Distribution Center Supervisor I

Daimler Truck North America

$78K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • 2-4 years of leadership experience in fast-paced operational settings
  • Experience leading operations in manufacturing, distribution, or logistics
  • Demonstrated knowledge of safety, quality, and cost metrics
  • Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

  • Coach and mentor team members to improve daily performance
  • Oversee inbound and outbound operations for timely processing of truck parts
  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols and standard work instructions
  • Monitor KPIs and track operational performance metrics
  • Collaborate across functions to resolve operational issues
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives and Lean principles
  • Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure 5S compliance

Benefits

  • 401k company contribution with match up to 6%
  • 4 weeks of paid vacation
  • 15 calendar holidays
  • 8 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
  • Tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans
Full Job Description
Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

Position offers a starting salary range of $78,000 - $100,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 15 calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

Leadership:
  • Coach and mentor the daily activities of direct reports
  • Support and facilitate a safe and ethical working environment and culture
  • Coach, motivate, and develop team members to higher levels of performance
  • Clarify expectations, regularly communicate, provide ongoing performance feedback, and counsel assigned employees
  • Track and monitor shift, team, and individual employee performance
  • Utilize assigned team leader(s) in Lean Principles to promote and develop a continuous improvement culture
  • Effectively support and follow all policies outlined in the contract, handbook, and/or policy guide


Functional Responsibilities
  • Oversee Daily Distribution Operations Direct and coordinate all inbound, outbound, and order fulfillment activities to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient processing of heavy-duty truck parts. Maintain workflow continuity across receiving, put-away, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
  • Monitor and Execute Workflows According to Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) Ensure all team members follow established processes, network standards, and safety procedures. Support consistent adherence to documented work instructions to maintain quality, throughput, and compliance expectations.
  • Drive KPI Achievement and Data Integrity Track operational KPIs-including productivity, accuracy, order turnaround, put-away performance, and BOL turnover-while ensuring all reporting is accurate, transparent, and aligned with continuous improvement practices. Identify issues through 5-Why or Pareto analysis and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Execute Staffing and Scheduling Plans Assign daily labor, balance resource allocation across functions, and adjust staffing levels based on volume, priority orders, or process bottlenecks. Coordinate with team leads to ensure adequate coverage across all shifts.
  • Ensure Compliance with Safety and Security Protocols Uphold all DTNA safety requirements, enforce PPE usage, monitor safe working behaviors, and participate in incident investigations, safety audits, and corrective actions. Ensure secure handling of materials, equipment, and facility access points.
  • Collaborate With Cross-Functional Partners Coordinate with corporate PDC Operations, TOS teams, in-house technical support, transportation, procurement, HR, and facility maintenance to resolve operational, staffing, quality, or system issues.
  • Support Systems and Technology Utilization Ensure effective use of DView, WMS platforms, scanning systems, and other distribution technologies. Troubleshoot system issues, request support as needed, and coach employees on proper system usage.
  • Execute Continuous Improvement Initiatives Champion Lean principles, waste reduction, ergonomic improvements, and optimized material flow. Facilitate CI events, engage team members in problem-solving, and support long-term improvement roadmaps.
  • Maintain Housekeeping and 5S Standards Ensure all zones meet cleanliness, organization, and visual-control requirements to support efficiency, safety, and audit readiness.


Knowledge You Should Bring
  • Bachelor's Degree OR 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree required
  • 2-4 years of leadership experience coaching, supervising, and developing employees in a fast-paced operational environment required.
  • Experience leading daily operations within a manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, logistics, transportation, or similar production environment required.
  • Demonstrated experience driving operational performance through safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery metrics required.
  • Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, and problem-solving methodologies to improve operational results required.
  • Experience leading employee engagement initiatives, performance management activities, and employee/labor relations matters required.
  • Proven ability to build, motivate, and develop teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement required.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively lead teams, resolve workplace issues, and partner across functions required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
  • An attached resume is required.


Exceptional Candidates Might Have
  • Degree in focus Supply Chain, Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics preferred
  • Strong customer focus and previous face time experience with customers preferred
  • Experience utilizing and conveying a situation with data preferred


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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Memphis, TN US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:
Onsite

Additional Information
  • This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

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