Warehouse & Logistics Operations Supervisor

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Based in Minnetonka, MN, the Warehouse Supervisor will lead the Minnetonka warehouse operations and have direct supervision of warehouse team members and logistics specialists. The focus of this position will be coordinating the shipping, receiving and material handling of the Minnetonka facility and providing leadership to the team in safety, quality, delivery, cost and inventory accuracy. This is a fast-paced job where communication with key stakeholders is essential to success.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee all warehouse and logistics operations for the Minnetonka facility.
• Monitor daily performance and direct activities to ensure current commitments are met while actively seeking improvements.
• Analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to effectively lead and manage warehouse and logistics activities.
• Manage inquiries related to shipping status, tracking shipments, proofs of delivery, etc.
• Arrange shipments, and serve as the track, trace, and escalation contact for shipments.
• Resolve freight claims and investigate shipment errors or service provider issues.
• Ensure the area meets all regulatory quality system requirements.
• Responsible for updating outdated documentation and submitting it through the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Prioritize safety above quality and productivity in all operations.
• Lead injury investigations and drive continuous improvement projects, including participating in and/or leading cross-functional projects and Kaizen events.
• Drive compliance with area and site standards, including policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement through changes to procedures, training, systems, and equipment.
• Handle special projects as assigned and guided.
• Work effectively on cross-functional teams
• Provide clear leadership and work direction to the team, ensuring adequate resources to meet requirements related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people.
• Take ownership of the team's time tracking, coaching, and swiftly addressing any HR issues.
• Manage the tracking of training, evaluate skills gaps against the skills matrix, the develop and execute plans for the timely training of material handlers and logistics specialists to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and service while balancing costs.
• Conduct mid-year and end-of-year performance reviews for the team.
• Contribute to the selection, hiring, and training of personnel as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree OR High School Diploma with a minimum of 7 years of experience in logistics, operations, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, supply chain logistics, transportation, or a related operational role.
• At least 2 years of management experience overseeing 5 or more direct reports/staff, preferably in warehouse, material handling, or transportation personnel.
• Preferred experience running a satellite warehouse

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Safety Leadership: Proven ability to drive safety initiatives and lead improvements in safety culture.
• Customer Focus: Experience in driving customer service enhancements.
• System Proficiency: Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with SAP (including WM) or other equivalent ERP systems.
• Logistics Expertise: Solid understanding of logistics practices and import/export compliance.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to efficiently and effectively communicate.
• Problem-Solving & Detail Orientation: Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a strong attention to detail.
• Technology Skills: Advanced computer skills, including Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail, etc., or Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint.

Professional Attributes

• Leadership & Teamwork: Ability to provide leadership and direction to Team Members; a team player who is proactive and a self-starter.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability: Enjoys working in a fast-paced organization with a high sense of urgency.

This role will be primarily days, though will require some second shift work from time to time. 

Additional Information

Why Veolia?
Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive technical and commercial training, career
advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection.

This position includes incentive compensation eligibility and account assignment opportunities.

Compensation:

• The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $85,000 - $91,000

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure:

• We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.