Supervisor, Logistics

Supervisor, Logistics

The Logistics Supervisor is responsible to oversee, and coordinate activities of workers concerned with shipping and movement of turbine blades, storing, inventorying, ordering, receiving, issuing materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and parts, in stockroom, warehouse, or yard.

What does a Logistics Supervisor do?

• Plan and direct shipping and warehouse operations in alignment with the production plan, ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards and best practices for inventory accuracy, stock levels, WIP, and inventory days.
• Execute and oversee inbound, outbound, and internal logistics activities, ensuring efficient material flow to production and alignment with operational priorities.
• Define and optimize storage strategies while maintaining high data quality across inventory systems, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and system integrity.
• Plan and allocate material orders based on production requirements, ensuring timely availability and efficient inventory utilization.
• Manage blade shipments according to the shipping plan by setting priorities, assigning resources, and defining methods to meet delivery schedules and customer commitments.
• Promote and lead a safe work environment by enforcing HSE policies, procedures, permits, and regulatory compliance, driving 5S standards, and ensuring incidents are properly escalated and recorded.
• Supervise Shipping/Warehouse staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance management, and employee relations, while ensuring the team is organized and maintains the required qualification and competency levels.
• Establish and maintain work procedures, assign tasks, and ensure adherence to company policies, operational standards, and quality requirements aligned to production and logistics goals.
• Provide guidance on the proper handling, storage, and preservation of materials, as well as safe and effective use of equipment to support operational efficiency and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards across all shipping and warehouse operations while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting data integrity.
• Oversee the safe and compliant handling, storage, documentation, and transportation of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Organize team structure and workload distribution to ensure operational efficiency, capability coverage, and ongoing development of team skills and qualifications.

What you will bring?

• 2-5 years experience Logistics, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Supervisor training or verified people leadership training
• HSE mandatory training completed, with focus on warehouse safety standards
• Technical Skills Minimum of 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or warehouse operations
• Experience operating and loading heavy equipment
• Background in transportation and logistics preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with MRP systems, timekeeping systems, and supply chain platforms
• Leadership & Behavioral Competencies: Strong ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
• Proven ability to work effectively in team environments
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment

Physical Demands

• Constant standing and walking
• Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 35 pounds
• Occasional use of hand tools and various tools weighing up to 15 pounds
• Occasional push/pull of up to 35 pounds (force)
• Frequent climbing on/off ladders, stairs, and equipment
• Occasional kneeling, bending and reaching
• Operation of vehicles and plant equipment
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Work Environment

• Heavy industrial work environment.
• Exposure to toxic or corrosive chemicals and noise levels that would require specific PPE in an OSHA controlled environment.
• Exposure to weather, work tasks both indoors and outdoors.

Salary: $75,000-$100,000 (Plus Nights Differential)

Our commitment to a fair hiring At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.