Supply Chain & Logistics Supervisor
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Job Type: Full-Time | Industry: Manufacturing, Distribution, Logistics

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Supervisor to lead daily operations across shipping, receiving, warehousing, and material handling. This is a hands-on leadership role that plays a key part in ensuring smooth, accurate, and timely flow of materials through the facility-supporting both internal production and external customer needs.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a cross-functional team with an emphasis on safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement. You'll collaborate closely with other supervisors and departments to drive operational excellence in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise daily warehouse, shipping, receiving, and materials handling operations

• Ensure materials are accurately picked and delivered to production in a safe and timely manner

• Maintain inventory accuracy and support on-time delivery performance through standardized processes

• Monitor and improve operational KPIs related to safety, quality, accuracy, and efficiency

• Coach and mentor team members to promote a collaborative, productive, and accountable work culture

• Address and resolve team performance issues through guidance, coaching, and appropriate corrective action

• Work cross-functionally with other departments and supervisors to streamline workflows and solve operational challenges

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives in safety practices, material flow, and warehouse organization

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred

• Previous leadership experience in warehouse, logistics, or supply chain operations is required

• Solid understanding of shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, and inventory management practices

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and ERP/WMS/MRP systems such as Oracle, SAP, etc.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams effectively

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities

• High customer service orientation with focus on responsiveness and accountability

• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make decisions that impact cross-functional operations

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, delegate, and adapt in a dynamic environment

Preferences:

• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing or distribution environment

• Familiarity with lean warehousing or Six Sigma principles

• Experience implementing or improving warehouse management systems

• Track record of measurable improvements in safety or operational efficiency

Titles Encouraged to Apply:

• Warehouse Supervisor

• Logistics Supervisor

• Distribution Supervisor

• Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

• Inventory Control Supervisor

• Materials Supervisor

• Operations Supervisor