Schnellecke Logistics USA Hiring for Logistics Supervisor at Chattanooga, TN Full Time

About the Company

The Schnellecke Group is an internationally operating family-owned company that offers a variety of logistics services. One of the major focuses of these activities is value-added logistics for the automotive industry.

We develop complete concepts that range from transportation and warehousing to pre-assemblies and value-added services, to sequential production of individual parts and modules, and packaging suitable for containers. Furthermore, we produce individual car body parts and car body modules for vehicle manufacturing under the KWD Automotive umbrella brand.

About the Role

This role entails overseeing the operations area, guided by the quality management system, client and Schnellecke Logistics requirements. The primary objective is to ensure alignment with strategic goals and objectives, emphasizing compliance within the operational area.

Responsibilities

• Implement the values, philosophy, mission, strategy, policies, and standards of Schnellecke Logistics to realize the organization’s vision.
• Apply Core Business Technologies and/or central procedures within the scope of responsibility, ensuring the adoption of best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in the area to establish more robust and efficient processes.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures, personnel policies, and workload requirements by all warehouse personnel.
• Efficiently manage human, material, and tool resources in operational areas to support production plan requirements.
• Lead processes in the business unit to achieve operational service level agreements with the client.
• Validate operational action plans to meet defined quality limits in the business unit.
• Focus on operational excellence and strategic indicators, devising tactical initiatives to attain goals.
• Authorize area expenditures within the allocated budget and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with Schnellecke Logistics and client management.
• Maintain a continuous emphasis on fostering a secure work environment.
• Practice and uphold safe work procedures, adhering to all safety rules consistently.
• Collaborate in budget planning as necessary.
• Undertake miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the Shift Manager.

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills to manage front-line warehouse staff effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with team members, management, and external stakeholders.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities to handle various responsibilities simultaneously.
• Problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Proficient in using computer software for data analysis, reporting, and inventory tracking.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory management and order fulfillment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Team collaboration skills to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Decision-making skills to make sound judgments in operational situations.
• Customer service orientation to meet client expectations and maintain positive relationships.

Schnellecke Logistics welcomes all. We are committed to building an environment that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.

Schnellecke Logistics strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender identity and expression (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.