What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Warehouse position at Prairie View A&M University?
Job Title
Supervisor, Warehouse
Agency
Prairie View A&M University
Department
Procurement & Disbursement Serv
Proposed Minimum Salary
$15.25 hourly
Job Location
Prairie View, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Supervisor, Warehouse oversees staff and daily operations within the Central Receiving Warehouse to ensure efficient receiving, shipping, and distribution of materials. This role manages workloads and schedules to optimize staff and equipment usage, ensures accurate documentation, and monitors deliveries to campus destinations. The supervisor also oversees Surplus Operations and inventory in compliance with university policies and procedures.
This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee assigned staff to ensure proper receiving and shipping activities within the Central Receiving warehouse. Manage and monitors staff schedules and workloads to maximize utilization of employees and equipment and ensure fair production between staff and verify goods are delivered within established guidelines. Utilize PantherBuy or FAMIS/FRS systems to ensure packages are delivered to the appropriate area and final end users as ordered. Conducts training for new staff.
- Ensures receipt of freight and handles freight functions and distribution of materials, supplies, and equipment, including appropriate documentation. Ensures that freight delivered reaches final destination properly labeled and according to established tracking policies and procedures.
- Oversees the receipt, storage, and documentation of surplus items. Provides advice and assistance to customers regarding the sale and disposal of surplus equipment. Coordinates surplus auctions including organizing and arranging auction items into lots, inventory of auction items, and removal of items auctioned. Contacts the auctioneer and arranges for employees to work at the auction. Ensures that auctions and disposal of surplus/salvage material comply with rules and regulations.
- Oversees management of warehouse layout and inventory. Maintains files and supporting documentation related to receiving and shipping of freight. Develops computerized spreadsheets and databases. Maintains computer inventory records of deletions and transfers of physical plant properties.
- Updates instruction and procedure manuals and website documentation. Attends training and workshops as required. Generates monthly reports. Confers with staff on program issues and problems. Develops and recommends program guidelines. Interprets policies, rules, and regulations and ensures they are followed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Four years of related experience in receiving, storing, and issuing a variety of materials, supplies, and equipment or warehousing experience, including related supervisory experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of forklift operation.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Required Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
- Valid driver’s license.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to lift heavy objects.
- Must be able to work in hot and/or cold warehouse conditions without climate control.
Job Posting Close Date:
- 5/5/2025
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as really, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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