Senior Storage Supervisor

Position: Sr. Storage Supervisor

Location/Department: Onsite in Lancaster, PA/Storage

Status: Full-Time/Salary Non-Exempt

Reports To: Assistant Storage Manager

Our Company

Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Corporation, manages dark air-cured tobacco operations in the traditional growing areas of the United States. The company contracts directly with local farmers and exports globally.

The Global Leader in Premium Leaf Tobacco Supply

Universal Leaf Tobacco Company is the world’s leading supplier of premium leaf tobacco, with over 100 years of experience sourcing, processing, and delivering tobacco crops tailored to customer specifications. With operations spanning major tobacco-regions across five continents, we connect hundreds of thousands of farmers to global manufacturers through a reliable, transparent, and traceable supply chain.

Our portfolio includes flue-cured, burley, oriental, and dark tobaccos, supported by deep agronomic expertise and advanced processing capabilities. Beyond the leaf, we offer value-added services such as customized blending, next-generation nicotine solutions, recycled by-products, and digital traceability tools that enhance efficiency and sustainability across the supply chain.

Universal Leaf Tobacco is more than a supplier – we are a long-term partner committed to responsible sourcing, farmer support, and continuous innovation. By investing in agricultural communities and upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance, we help ensure a resilient tobacco supply for generations to come.

Summary

The Senior Storage Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all storage, shipping, and receiving operations across multiple locations. This role ensures accurate inventory management, efficient logistics coordination, staff supervision, and compliance with customer and operational requirements. The Storage Supervisor plays a critical leadership role in maintaining smooth day-to-day warehouse and storage operations.

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

• Receive, pull, and ship customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Oversee and manage receiving operations at offsite locations with minimal oversight
• Support or lead primary receiving operations as needed
• Manage inventory across multiple locations, including cycle counting and reconciliation
• Supervise and balance workloads for shipping and receiving staff
• Prepare and manage paperwork for outgoing shipments
• Schedule shipping and receiving appointments for multiple locations
• Oversee maintenance schedules for all storage vehicles and equipment
• Cross-train to perform duties of the Manager and Assistant Manager when required
• Implement disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies
• Maintain working knowledge of multiple inventory management systems
• Optimize storage and inventory space to support ongoing operations
• Supervise employees depending on staffing and management availability
• Recruit, hire, and terminate personnel as necessary
• Maintain detailed knowledge of customer-specific shipment requirements
• Support overall procurement objectives and process improvements

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a warehouse, distribution, or shipping and receiving environment
• At least one year of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Computer proficiency
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and programs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage an evolving, fast-paced work environment
• Ability to operate machinery and storage equipment

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of logistics and warehouse operations
• Experience with shipping and receiving documentation
• Understanding of container loading and freight handling operations

Benefits

We offer a wide range of market-competitive total rewards that include 401(k) match, pension, merit increases, paid holidays, medical, dental, life, vision, short and long-term disability benefits, and tuition assistance to name a few.

EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet Employer

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.