What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Supervisor position at Porter Logistics?
About Us
Porter Logistics is a rapidly expanding third-party logistics company specializing in warehousing and fulfillment services. We have grown from a startup to operating over 1M square feet across multiple Georgia facilities. We are built on operational excellence, accuracy, and delivering for our clients every single day. This role supports our continued growth into the Savannah market as we launch operations for a new direct-to-consumer client.
The Role
We are looking for a Warehouse Supervisor who can launch and own operations for a new direct-to-consumer client. This is a ground-floor opportunity to build and lead operations for a new client in a new space. You will be the on-site leader from day one, responsible for setting the standard, driving performance, and making the right calls without waiting to be told. This role reports to an Operations Manager and is right for someone who has earned their stripes on the floor and is ready to step into real ownership.
What You Will Do
Porter Logistics is a rapidly expanding third-party logistics company specializing in warehousing and fulfillment services. We have grown from a startup to operating over 1M square feet across multiple Georgia facilities. We are built on operational excellence, accuracy, and delivering for our clients every single day. This role supports our continued growth into the Savannah market as we launch operations for a new direct-to-consumer client.
The Role
We are looking for a Warehouse Supervisor who can launch and own operations for a new direct-to-consumer client. This is a ground-floor opportunity to build and lead operations for a new client in a new space. You will be the on-site leader from day one, responsible for setting the standard, driving performance, and making the right calls without waiting to be told. This role reports to an Operations Manager and is right for someone who has earned their stripes on the floor and is ready to step into real ownership.
What You Will Do
- Own day-to-day warehouse operations for an assigned client from receiving through outbound fulfillment
- Lead, develop, and hold accountable a small team of warehouse associates
- Operate sit-down, stand-up, and reach forklifts as needed alongside your team
- Enforce accuracy, quality, and safety standards across all workflows
- Monitor KPIs and take corrective action when performance dips
- Serve as the primary point of escalation for client-facing issues
- Coordinate with the Operations Manager on staffing, throughput, and client needs
- Keep the space organized, compliant, and running at a high level at all times
- Adapt quickly when the client's needs shift, including occasional weekend support
- 5 years of warehouse experience with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role
- Proven ability to hold a team accountable while staying hands-on yourself
- Current forklift certification or ability to certify (sit-down, stand-up, reach required)
- High sense of ownership; you do not wait to be managed
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Clear communicator with the ability to escalate issues appropriately
- Experience in a 3PL or fulfillment environment preferred
- Comfort operating in a start-up style environment where not everything is built yet
- Be part of a company that is scaling fast and promoting from within
- Real impact from day one in a new market and a new operation
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
- A leadership team that trusts you to run your operation