Warehouse Supervisor

Dakota Supply Group (DSG) is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in our Pierre, SD location. In this full time, hourly position, work typically ranges between the hours of 7am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, but may vary on occasion according to business needs. As a Warehouse Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of warehouse and delivery operations, and for assigned warehouse personnel and activities.

At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we’ve delivered more than supplies, we’ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us.

A Typical Day in the Life of a Warehouse Supervisor at DSG:

• Maintain appropriate staffing levels; assist in interviewing and selecting applicants for hire
• Train, motivate, monitor, and evaluate the performance of Warehouse Associates
• Guide Associates through the review process, using coaching and development and disciplinary action as necessary
• Plan and coordinate staffing, including scheduling weekend on-call warehouse and delivery coverage, and serve as backup for coverage as needed
• Schedule and facilitate regular department meetings with associates to keep them informed on the status of business operations and departmental goals and issues
• Plan, coordinate, and maintain the daily delivery schedule, and communicate daily with customers, drivers and members of our Sales Team
• Oversee the fleet of vehicles to ensure their safety, cleanliness & proper maintenance
• Ensure all Warehouse Associates follow proper policy and safety procedures, as defined by company policy, and that all accidents/incidents are reported
• Monitor inventory control, including cycle counts, stock outs and shipping & receiving errors
• Oversee that the movement of material from receiving to the warehouse is in an efficient, effective and safe manner
• Oversee the rotation of inventories within the warehouse
• Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures
• Model courteous, prompt, and efficient service to customers as needed
• Monitor and measure receiving and warehouse performance for accuracy of location, receiving, movement, and storage of all materials
• Recommend measures to improve department operating efficiencies, working conditions, and Associate performance whenever possible
• Perform other warehouse duties or projects as needed or assigned by the Branch Manager

A Successful Warehouse Supervisor Typically Has:

• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and best practices normally acquired in 3-5 years of field experience or equivalent training.
• Outstanding interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• An in-depth understanding of company policies, products, procedures, and operations.
• The ability to plan, prioritize and organize work effectively and to work effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• Applicable computer/technical skills as required for the job.
• A knack for analyzing problems in order to propose reasonable solutions, make logical decisions, execute decisions, and follow-up with feedback as appropriate.
• The physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis, and up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• An innate dedication to develop and support a teamwork environment.

At DSG, We Offer Benefits Built for You:

• We are proudly 100% employee owned, which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• We are highly committed to your training and development, offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential.
• We offer competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential.
• You will receive generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances.
• Our comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision, also offers a multitude of other perks such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, among many others.
• You will have the opportunity to prepare for your future through multiple retirement savings opportunities, including a 401(k) with employer match and ESOP.
• You will receive a discount on all DSG-supplied products.
• We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.