Distribution Receiving & Inventory Supervisor

VTech believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties; qualifications and job scope, but not limit the incumbent or the organization to only the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Distribution Receiving and Inventory Supervisor is responsible for the coordination of all warehouse management system (WMS) BOSS activities, go backs, cycle counts and annual inventory operations, maintain all control programs, and ensure all products are received correctly.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and supervise agency workforce in meeting departmental objectives
• Manage daily receiving and inventory operations in the warehouse
• Promptly communicate exceptions and escalate issues to the Distribution Director
• Successfully create analysis and reporting for established receiving and inventory performance, quality defects and other areas as needed
• Participate in planning and execution of month end procedures
• Provide support to Maintenance Manager for warehouse equipment
• Coordinate labor planning with onsite agency
• Train new personnel in operation and work environment polices and procedures
• Update and maintain operating policies and procedures
• Troubleshoot any special request and follow through as required
• Coordinate daily receiving productivity flow with floor Leads and drivers
• Provide system support associated with WMS BOSS to warehouse users
• Collaborate through communication and teamwork with co-workers, management, clients and others in a courteous, and professional manner
• Exercise sound business judgment
• Work independently and collaboratively and manage time effectively in order to meet changing deadlines and priorities
• Treat all employees, guests and customers and others affiliated with our business with respect
• Conform and abide by all laws, regulations, policies, work procedures, instructions and VTech's Rules of Engagement
• Conform with all safety rules and use all appropriate safety equipment

• Other duties as needed or required

POSITION SKILLS

• Ability to learn and apply Distribution operations protocols and procedures
• Ability to effectively, clearly and concisely communicate in a professional manner with all contacts both in writing and orally using English.
• Ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain harmonious relations with others both inside and outside the organization
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize many different projects
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use programs within the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and Access at an advanced level are required
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, management, vendors, contractors and others
• Professional demeanor, ability to remain calm dealing with stressful situations
• High professional ethical standards

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• High school graduate or equivalent course work in related field
• At least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in the area of warehouse receiving, inventory control
• Warehouse management system (WMS) experience is required

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no management/supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Duties are primarily performed in a warehouse environment. This role routinely uses standard warehouse and office equipment.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mental activities required by this job include constant decision making, discretion, problem analysis and resolution, independent judgment and independent action. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee must be able to communicate in the English language. The employee frequently is required to remain stationary, move positions and operate computer/warehouse and other office productivity machinery.

The employee may be occasionally required to safely maneuver equipment or various materials in the warehouse, and have an awareness of their surroundings.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided for mental or physical limitations in compliance with The American with Disabilities Act and other relevant employment laws.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Core hours will be set between employee and manager and will be based on business needs. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected 0% of the time.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The responsibilities and expectations outlined in this position description are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, with or without notice.

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