Materials and Warehouse Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Materials and Warehouse Supervisor

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and hands-on Materials & Warehouse Supervisor to oversee material flow, inventory management, and warehouse operations within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This position will lead hourly warehouse and material handling employees while ensuring materials are available to support production schedules and minimize supply disruptions.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, automotive warehouse experience, and a solid understanding of inventory control, material planning, and manufacturing operations. This role works closely with Manufacturing, Logistics, Procurement, Suppliers, Production Control, and Warehouse Operations to maintain safe, accurate, and efficient material flow.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise hourly warehouse and material handling employees, ensuring proper material handling, storage, and stock movement.
• Train, mentor, coach, and support team members while maintaining a productive and accountable work environment.
• Manage material flow and inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess inventory.
• Conduct inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams regarding purchase orders, replenishment schedules, and material lead times.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments in partnership with logistics teams.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to monitor material availability, consumption, inventory levels, and replenishment requirements.
• Support Lean manufacturing practices, including Just-in-Time (JIT), Kanban, and pull systems.
• Identify and resolve material shortages, supply disruptions, inventory discrepancies, and warehouse inefficiencies.
• Ensure warehouse safety procedures, proper storage practices, and applicable requirements are consistently followed.
• Lead shift scheduling and workforce planning to align staffing with production demands.
• Monitor team performance, provide coaching, and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on warehouse efficiency, material flow, inventory accuracy, and material handling operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 8 years of related experience; Master’s degree with 6 years of related experience; PhD with 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in warehouse management, materials supervision, or supply chain operations within the automotive industry.
• Demonstrated experience supervising hourly warehouse and material handling employees.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, material handling, inventory control, and production material flow.
• Hands-on experience working with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Experience tracking, planning, and forecasting material availability to support manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, including JIT, Kanban, pull systems, and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and respond quickly to changing production priorities.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing organization focused on safety, teamwork, customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and respectful collaboration. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on warehouse performance, material availability, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

Our Values

• Safety First
• Customer Focus
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Resourcefulness and Efficiency
• Respectful Collaboration
• Building a Positive Legacy

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Using the best business practices obtained from many years of experience in Business, Law, and Recruiting and Staffing, the Founders at CrossFire Group (“CrossFire”) started in downtown Royal Oak, MI more than a decade ago. With backgrounds in Information Technology (IT) and the Legal Industry, CrossFire began placing by IT and Legal Professionals in contract and direct-hire positions throughout the Midwest.

Since our founding, CrossFire has grown into a full-service Human Capital Solutions Organization. We are proud of now providing full services beyond recruiting and staffing. Our portfolio of services includes HR supply chain management, human resources consulting, and many customized Human Resource related services.

Company Description

Using the best business practices obtained from many years of experience in Business, Law, and Recruiting and Staffing, the Founders at CrossFire Group (“CrossFire”) started in downtown Royal Oak, MI more than a decade ago. With backgrounds in Information Technology (IT) and the Legal Industry, CrossFire began placing by IT and Legal Professionals in contract and direct-hire positions throughout the Midwest.\r\n\r\nSince our founding, CrossFire has grown into a full-service Human Capital Solutions Organization. We are proud of now providing full services beyond recruiting and staffing. Our portfolio of services includes HR supply chain management, human resources consulting, and many customized Human Resource related services.