Distribution Supervisor

Distribution Supervisor

Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world's most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative, and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world's water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued, and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.

If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!

The Role: At the Xylem Southaven, MS Distribution Center our mission is to deliver to our customer the perfect order every time. Xylem seeks to hire a Distribution Supervisor responsible for the on-time and accurate shipping of customer orders for the Flygt product line.

• Oversee Flygt shipping and ensure service standards are maintained, and the site can execute agreed upon continuous improvement projects in alignment with the WI business team
• Support Receiving team to ensure inbound material is processed according to established processes and that the additional processing requirements are executed against in support of the Flygt business; help lead inbound packaging project to support the business quality needs
• Manage reverse logistics function by processing returns, interacting with quality and commercial business teams and ensuring processes are followed by all parties
• Manage direct reports in associated areas

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:

• Supervise receiving and or shipping personnel. Develop and maintain a successful team.
• Responsible for achieving key metrics related to shipping and or receiving performance and reporting to leadership.
• Work with leadership to maintain adequate staffing levels and schedule overtime as needed to achieve performance targets.
• Investigate material flow concerns to keep receiving/ shipping warehouse flowing.
• When necessary, work with on-site inventory management and teams from other Xylem facilities to solve problems and improve processes.
• Must be knowledgeable in all work processes and computer systems and ensure distribution staff are trained in all work processes and computer systems.
• Responsible for establishing or improving processes in receiving and or shipping to meet productivity and accuracy metrics.
• Safety and Cleanliness of warehouses.
• Back up for shipping/ receiving supervisor as required and/or other roles within the shipping/logistics department as needed.
• Other duties and Projects as assigned.
• Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

• Strong Leadership Skills: Develop and empower personnel to achieve goals.
• Excellent communication skills: clear, concise communication on crewing, 5S, safety, and planning each day. Communicate in a friendly and professional manner with customers, leadership, and coworkers.
• Computer competency: Excel, carrier systems, ERP/MRP systems, willingness, and interest to learn/develop further.
• Continuous improvement mindset: Experience in Continuous improvement, lean management, and 5S. Experience developing and documenting standard work and work processes in a distribution environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure and still maintain ideal disposition towards staff.
• Ability to work well with a cross functional team of all levels, and the open mindedness to recognize there's something to learn from every one of them.
• Education: Associate degree in business or related field with 3-5 years in a receiving/ shipping environment.
• Any related certifications - Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement - are a plus.

We Offer You More Than Just "A Job"

• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees' professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration, and corporate citizenship.
• Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
• Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women's, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran's, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, Working Parents Networks and Non-Native English Speakers and Allies.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Walking, standing, sitting in a warehouse environment.
• Typical warehouse and distribution center.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation