Warehouse Supervisor - University of Virginia S&E

Warehouse Supervisor - University of Virginia S&E

The Warehouse Supervisor role at UVA is more than a physical warehouse position. This role is expected to support the daily operation through leadership, organization, accountability, and strong inventory/system management. The ideal candidate must be able to lead staff on the floor while also being comfortable working on a computer for a large portion of the day, especially as it relates to the inventory management system and other operational needs. The Warehouse Supervisor must be computer literate and willing to continue learning new systems and processes. A major part of this role will involve the inventory management system, including inventory tracking, transfers, receiving, count accuracy, item organization, reporting, and overall system upkeep. While inventory will be the primary system focus, the expectation is that this person is willing and able to work with any system or process that helps improve the operation. This person must also be able to lead and direct warehouse staff effectively. They should be able to assign tasks, follow up on progress, correct issues in the moment, and find ways to get the most out of the team. This includes understanding each employee's strengths, keeping the team moving with purpose, and making sure expectations are clear. The Warehouse Supervisor needs to be a team player. They will work alongside other supervisors, managers, concessions leadership, vendors, and event staff. This role requires strong communication, a positive attitude, and the ability to support the overall operation instead of only focusing on one area. This role is intended for someone who wants to grow within Aramark. The expectation is that the person in this position wants to develop professionally, take on more responsibility, and make more of themselves. If they give full effort, show ownership, and continue learning, this role can become a steppingstone to future growth within the company.

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $22.00 to $24.00. Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the planning and assignment of work, achieving the most efficient use of personnel and equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory and helping establish inventory levels based on prior usage and future demand.
• Receives incoming shipments and packages from a variety of carriers and enters information into tracking system for disbursement.
• Inspects incoming deliveries for accuracy and quality based off of the product order and reject any undesirable items.
• Supervises the warehouse, and the inventory held within at all times to ensure security and upkeep.
• Assists in ordering from site vendors by advising the management team what is needed, and sometimes contacting the vendor directly.
• Develops and recommends improvements in current warehouse practices to promote efficiency, faster service, and lower costs.
• Provides for training of warehouse employees and may assist with selection of such employees.
• Uncrates shipments when required and properly disposes of, or stores, containers and packaging as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Requires at least 3-5 years of experience in a shipping/receiving supervisor role.
• Requires basic mathematical skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must have excellent communications skills both verbal and written.
• Must be flexible and able to adjust to variable work demands.

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking & standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).