Distribution Supervisor - 2nd Shift

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Description

If you are a distribution professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for a Distribution Supervisor based in Southaven, MS. In this role, you will be directly responsible for managing daily operations within the Memphis Distribution Center. You will lead and support an hourly workforce while partnering closely with leadership, vendors, and both internal and external customers to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality distribution operations.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and support through positive and professional interactions during daily operations.
• Ensure employees understand their assigned responsibilities and have the tools, resources, and direction needed to perform their work effectively.
• Optimize operational output by aligning workforce execution with productivity, quality, and safety expectations.
• Mentor and develop team members to support performance objectives and long-term career growth.
• Maintain strong employee relations through timely coaching, honest feedback, and consistent communication.
• Drive continuous improvement for the department, team, and individual performance using measurable goals.
• Build team engagement by navigating challenges together and recognizing achievements and successes.

Who You Are:
You communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences, building trust and alignment across teams. You foster an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and motivated to perform at their best. You take ownership of results, understand the operational drivers behind performance metrics, and collaborate effectively to achieve shared goals. You embrace change and help drive a positive culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and results.
For This Role, You Will Need:

• An associate degree in business management, supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in distribution or warehouse operations.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience leading teams, with specific experience supervising pick/pack operations.
• Proficiency using ERP, WMS, and Microsoft Office applications to review, analyze, and act on operational data.
• Experience operating a forklift.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage people and priorities.
• The ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a distribution or warehouse environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive team engagement and performance in a fast-paced operation.
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations leadership, vendors, and internal customers.
• Proven success developing and retaining high-performing teams.
• Experience training others on forklift operation.
• Experience working on an off shift.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:
At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives because we know strong teams drive better results. Through mentorship, training, and leadership development opportunities, we invest in your growth so you can make a meaningful and lasting impact.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and offer flexible, competitive benefits designed to support you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more. Our culture also supports work-life balance through flexible time-off programs, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holidays.

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