Industrial Distribution Warehouse Supervisor - San Jose, CA

Ryan Herco Flow Solutions, a SunSource company, is a leading distributor of fluid control systems, fluid filtration systems, fluid handling products, micro-electronics, and general industrial supply. We sell to a broad base of customers in industries such as electronic component and equipment manufacturers, chemical manufacturers, water & waste treatment, metal finishing, pollution control and life sciences companies. www.rhfs.com

Ryan Herco offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay, a floating holiday, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) with Company match. Our greatest benefit is the opportunity for career advancement! We promote from within and value employees who contribute to our company’s growth.

Basic Function:

Responsible for each aspect of operational performance for the designated RHFS warehouse/distribution facility.  Through hands-on leadership and professional experience, administer company policies and procedures in support of customer-focused order to delivery excellence.  All aspects of ‘perfect order’ receipt (pick, pack, ship, will call, delivery) and inventory management (receive, replenish, deplete, cycle counts) are championed and executed through this position.  Using critical problem solving skills, each challenge, from customer service to assigning bin locations, shipping internationally to supporting WMS (warehouse management systems) reside with this role.  Drive optimal balance of service to cost and profitability.  Analyze performance, manage escalations, deliver upon systemic solutions, special requests, and projects in support of business strategies and network optimization.  Support development of distribution capabilities and cost effective logistics. Provide guidance and direction for best practice processes and personnel leadership.

Accountabilities and Decision Making Authority:

Operationally lead and oversee day- to-day operational and process management involving the compliant, expedient flow of materials and products to satisfy customer demand.  Create solutions to repetitive exceptions that drive cost and hinder service.  Ensure reliable support of order and inventory fulfillment through dependable team work and accurate task management.

Representative Activities:

Provide guidance and serve as an expert resource in the warehouse environment

Command strong knowledge and proficiency with inventory control processes and maintaining high level of inventory accuracy

Demonstrate adept supervisory management, coaching, and leading by example

Ability to multi-task In physically demanding warehouse environment, operating MHE and WMS

Ensure accurate and timely reporting of performance measurements

Liaise with cross-functional personnel to support fulfillment, transport, and delivery of product

Typical Decisions Made:

Day-to-day operational decisions governing internal efficiencies and customer service successes

Manage order to delivery cycle and all end-to-end warehouse processes

Report or seek counsel from RDM (Regional Distribution Manager) for escalations or challenging situations requiring strong liaison or corporate oversight

Handle operational and management actions, ensuring performance optimization for a scaling business

Job Requirements:

College degree or commensurate experience (three to five years in warehousing, physical distribution)

Supervisory experience

Strong interpersonal skills, able to maintain cooperative working relationship with all levels of personnel

Strong leadership skills, able to promote an atmosphere of teamwork and professionalism in the workplace

Proficient with computer systems

Experience with forklifts and other material handling equipment (MHE)

Solid written, verbal, and math skills