What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Supervisor, Wave Planning position at newbalance?
Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. JOB MISSION: Manage warehouse order fulfillment by grouping customer orders into waves, prioritizing workflow, and coordinating with warehouse management systems (WMS) to meet shipping deadlines. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES: Work within the WMS and ERP systems to plan, preview, execute and adjust daily production waves for U.S., owned distribution centers based on delivery priority, carrier cut-off time, and product availability. Provide timely and clear communication for changes in wave execution. Align wave plans with labor availability, productivity standards, and space constraints; support peak season planning. Act as the primary interface between Customer Operations, Logistics and Distribution Operations; proactively flag and inform on relevant issues. Monitor KPIs for digital and retail to ensure priority orders, rush shipments and SLAs are met. Analyze wave performance and execute improvements to wave templates, rules and sequencing logic. Maintain open communication with Control Room Leads to identify and remove bottlenecks in picking, packing or shipping flows. Address inventory shortages, system errors, or transportation delays that impact the release of work to the floor. Supervise the NA distribution inventory team, ensuring work is performed accurately and timely. Assign and monitor workloads. Oversee accurate and timely entry of order shortages by the team. Develop and maintain an effective organization through hiring, training, developing, and motivating assigned associates. Set standards for routing processes. Measure and report on work function standards weekly. Develop and maintain KPI reports and summaries for weekly leadership review. Ensure that safety, productivity, and continuous improvement programs are established and followed. Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency. Interview, hire and terminate in coordination with Human Resources and according to company policies. Train, assist and remove barriers that may block associates from reaching the company goals. Interact and coordinate activities with other groups within the company. Track employee hours, discipline, and time off via Workday and TeamSense. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS 2 years in warehouse operations, wave planning or fulfillment control. 3 years of supervisor experience strongly preferred. Strongly demonstrated knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the distribution process, including WMS (Manhattan a plus). Strong analytic and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently. Strong verbal and written skills utilizing appropriate demeanor, proper grammar/spelling, and respectful tone to communicate clearly and effectively; professional phone demeanor. Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), WMS and email. Ability to manage, motivate, solve problems and communicate in a team-oriented environment. Ability to work in fast-paced and time-critical environment. Strong planning, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; detail oriented. Ability to handle multiple priorities is essential. Proven track record of stability and dependability in the workplace. Sit/stand and work on a computer for long periods of time. Lawrence, MA Distribution Center Only Pay Range: $76,900.00 - $99,300.00 - $121,600.00 Annual (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more.) Regular Associate Benefits Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture. Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount. Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount. Equal Opportunity Employer New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran. At New Balance, our job is to aid athletes in their pursuit of excellence, whether that means helping professional athletes set records and win medals, or propelling everyday athletes to achieve a new PR, run their first 5K or just to live a more healthy and active lifestyle. Our products are the perfect blend of function and fashion, giving you the performance technology you need and the style you want. Our associates around the world bring these goals to life with their high-level skills and creativity. While we offer the best product on the market, we’re also equally committed to giving back. So while we look to succeed, we believe in ensuring others have the same opportunity.