Warehouse Supervisor

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management · Warehouse Operations

In short

Emerson is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in Chengdu, Sichuan, China to oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and safety. This full-time, on-site role requires managing inventory, leading a team, and driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all EHS regulations and company policies.
Conduct regular warehouse safety inspections, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
Supervise inbound receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, and shipping activities.
Ensure timely and accurate material movements to support production and customer requirements.
Monitor warehouse KPIs, including inventory accuracy, on-time shipment, receiving performance, and warehouse productivity.
Optimize warehouse space utilization and material flow efficiency.
Coordinate cycle counts and physical inventory activities.
Maintain accurate inventory records within ERP systems and investigate discrepancies.
Support inventory optimization initiatives to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
Partner with Planning, Procurement, and Production teams to ensure material availability.
Lead, coach, and develop warehouse personnel, managing staffing, training, and performance.
Foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative working environment.
Ensure team compliance with standard operating procedures and work instructions.
Analyze warehouse and inventory data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, accuracy, and service levels.
Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and maintain standardized processes to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
Ensure compliance with company policies, trade compliance requirements, and warehouse procedures.
Support quality management initiatives and material traceability requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience managing warehouse operations in a high-mix, low-volume discrete manufacturing environment with a large and complex material portfolio.
Minimum 5 years of warehouse, logistics, or materials management experience.
At least 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control processes, and material handling practices.
Experience using ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and organizational levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Qualifications

Certification in Supply Chain, Logistics, APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent is preferred.
Experience with warehouse automation technologies, barcode systems, and digital inventory solutions.
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S principles.
Experience managing third-party logistics providers and transportation coordination.
Drives Results
Plans and Aligns
Manages Complexity
Collaborates
Builds Effective Teams
Ensures Accountability
Customer Focus
Continuous Improvement Mindset

Benefits

Our culture prioritizes a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
An environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.
Commitment to career development.
An inclusive culture.
Support to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
A safe, inclusive, and supportive work environment.

Skills

ERPWMSOracleSAPMicrosoft OfficeLean Manufacturing5SSix Sigma

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