Distribution & Inventory Supervisor - Full Time - (Weekend, Fri - Sun)

Who We Are

Born from a mission to make prescription eyewear affordable and accessible to everyone, Zenni Optical has been changing the way people see the world since 2003. With complete prescription pairs for adults and kids starting at under $10, we’ve grown into a global brand with over 51 million pairs of glasses sold — and counting!

Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, we're proud to be the Official Eyewear of the San Francisco 49ers, Boston Celtics, Monster Jam, Ghost Gaming, TSM, Major League Pickleball and more. We've also partnered with tastemakers and designers like Chase Stokes, Jrue Holiday, and George and Claire Kittle to bring our brand to life in bold, meaningful ways.

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Zenni — from our revolutionary EyeQLenz™ with Zenni ID Guard™  glasses to our cutting-edge VR Vision Screener, we're constantly exploring new ways to improve vision and enhance lives. For more information, please visit zenni.com/press.

Candidate safety is important to us. Please note that all official communication will only be sent from @zennioptical.com addresses.

About the Role

We are currently looking for an experienced Distribution and Inventory Supervisor to join our team in Obetz, Ohio. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of shipping, logistics, fulfillment and warehouse operations.

Opened in 2020, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility enables us to provide 2-3 day rush delivery. The Distribution Team is recognized for its reliability, precision, and commitment to quality. We prioritize dedication and efficiency to ensure our products reach customers promptly and at an affordable price.

Want to learn more about our team? Watch our story and see how we're making an impact—check out the video below! 🎬👇



Shift: Friday - Sunday 6:00 am - 6:30 pm (must be available for overtime as needed, including weekdays)
Compensation: $53,000 - $73,000/year

What You’ll Own in This Role

Staffing and Management:

• Maintain a well-organized, safe, and healthy work environment for the teams
• Anticipate staffing requirements and participate in the recruitment process or coordinate with temporary staffing agencies as needed
• Track and monitor daily productivity targets for team members
• Provide consistent training, feedback, and coaching to ensure team success
• Serve as a liaison between staff and management, reporting on production activities and any issues that arise
• Facilitate onboarding and training for new team members
• Collaborate with the General Manager to plan and coordinate the Shipping Team’s efforts to provide support for Manufacturing as needed

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, transport, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
• Perform physical activities such as standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, and bending consistently
• Be physically able to work on your feet for eight (8) or more hours per day
• Additional physical demands include climbing, reaching, grasping, repetitive motions, and visual acuity

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and direct the day to day Shipping & Distribution operations to ensure orders meet daily delivery targets
• Maintain and manage product inventory 
• Identify and propose process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability within the department
• Apply industry-standard problem-solving and productivity techniques to evaluate and implement recommended strategies and programs
• Provide regular updates and escalate issues to Distribution Manager as needed
• Lead and support root cause analysis investigations, implementing corrective and preventive actions as required
• Perform other duties as assigned (i.e. operate forklift and/or drive company vehicles) 
• Adherence to all company policies, processes, and procedures (i.e. Health & Safety Awareness)

Basic Qualifications: 

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a leadership role within a Shipping Operations environment
• Proficient in technical tools and software, including Netsuite WMS or comparable shipping/inventory management software, and Google Suite
• Warehouse/Manufacture experience
• Strong vendor management experience (including international)
• High reliability, with availability to work on-site Monday through Friday, as well as occasional overtime and weekend shifts.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, time management, and communication skills
• Sound judgment with the ability to make independent decisions and effectively solve problems
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing)

Benefits

We look forward to hearing from you!

We strive to build a diverse team of individuals with a broad range of experience and perspectives. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t feel you meet all the qualifications.

Zenni Optical is an equal opportunity workplace and considers applications without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.