Supervisor Warehouse Operations-Rochester NY Location

Position Summary

At Blackburn’s, we are always looking to strengthen our organization by adding the best available talent to our staff and retaining our valuable employees. We’re seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for our Dove Medical, Rochester NY location. The Warehouse Supervisor oversees the efficient and effective operation of all warehouse activities, ensuring the timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods while maintaining accuracy, quality, and safety standards. This pivotal role involves coordinating with various departments to optimize workflow, manage inventory levels, and implement strategies for continuous improvement. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead the warehouse operations of our organization, driving excellence in efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise and lead warehouse staff, including input on hiring and performance management.  The supervisor will also be the trainer for new warehouse staff.
2. Develop and implement efficient warehouse processes and procedures to optimize receipt and delivery, of goods while and minimizing costs that align with current Blackburn’s policies.
3. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
4. Monitor inventory levels and conduct regular audits to accurately track stock levels and prevent discrepancies.
5. Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to facilitate the timely receipt and dispatch of goods, ensuring smooth operations.
6. Utilize warehouse management systems and other technology to track inventory, manage orders, and generate reports.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve any issues related to inventory, orders, or warehouse operations.
8. Implement and enforce best practices for inventory management, including proper handling of goods.
9. Optimize space utilization within the warehouse to maximize storage capacity and efficiency.
10. Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction, implementing changes as needed.
11. Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, carriers, and other external stakeholders.
12. Prepare and present regular reports on warehouse performance, including key metrics such as order fulfillment rates, inventory turnover, and accuracy.
13. Maintain company-owned vehicles and logs.
14. Oversee and ensure staff training and competencies regarding equipment, delivery/pick-up protocols, safety and Joint Commission and OSHA Standards.
15. Comply with related paperwork and data entry requirements. 

Skills

• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet demanding deadlines.
• Skilled in MS Office,
• The ability to organize, prioritize work, multi-task, work independently, and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Make recommendations to effectively resolve problems, or issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, or government laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Attributes

• Oral Comprehension & Expression – The ability to communicate, listen and understand information and direction through spoken words and sentences.
• Written Comprehension & Expression – The ability to read, write and understand information and ideas.
• Speech Clarity – The ability to speak clearly so others can understand.
• Reasoning – The ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction and the ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations 

Experience & Education

• Experience and education in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in warehouse management or a similar role, with a track record of success in optimizing operations and driving efficiency.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in warehouse management software and other relevant technology.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
• Open availability and flexibility to work according to the needs of the business
• Must be authorized to work within the United States.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities