Purchasing & Warehouse Supervisor - Air Force Academy

$52,000 - $58,240/Yr

Compass Group - Air Force Academy, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Air Force Academy, CO

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Purchasing & Warehouse Supervisor at the Air Force Academy is responsible for overseeing warehouse associates in the preparation and movement of merchandise while adhering to established safety, performance, and accuracy standards. This role is crucial in maintaining and verifying documentation to ensure the smooth flow of merchandise through the distribution center. The performance of the Purchasing & Warehouse Supervisor directly impacts overall safety, cost, and service metrics, making it essential to uphold high standards in all operations. In this position, the supervisor will ensure that all functions, duties, and procedures are performed as directed by the Warehouse Supervisor. Responsibilities include receiving, unloading, moving, and loading merchandise, as well as verifying the correct counts of items received and noting any discrepancies or damages. The supervisor will also be responsible for issuing and delivering items to the proper destinations, obtaining signatures to document delivery and receipt, and maintaining proper storage of inventory merchandise to avoid spills or spoilage. Additionally, the supervisor will rotate stock according to schedule and maintain a safe and organized work area, reporting any unsafe or hazardous conditions. The role also involves managing and maintaining stock control, planning for future needs, adjusting par levels, processing stock orders, reviewing orders, controlling dead stock, and scheduling deliveries on the dock. The supervisor will ensure that the FIFO (First In, First Out) system is utilized to minimize waste and will perform other duties as assigned. Training will be provided for operating a forklift as necessary, making this a comprehensive role that combines leadership, operational management, and hands-on work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures appropriate functions, duties and procedures are performed as directed by Warehouse Supervisor.
• Receives, unloads, moves and loads merchandise.
• Verifies correct counts of items received and notes discrepancies or damages.
• Issues and delivers items to the proper destination and obtains signatures to document delivery/receipt.
• Maintains proper storage of inventory merchandise to avoid spills or spoilage; rotates stock according to schedule.
• Maintains work area in a safe and proper manner; reports any unsafe and/or hazardous conditions.
• Manages and maintains stock control; plans future needs and adjusting par levels, processes stock order review orders, controls dead stock and maintains scheduling of deliveries on dock.
• Ensure FIFO system is used to minimize waste.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Operates forklift as necessary (on the job training provided).

Requirements

• Experience in warehouse operations and inventory management.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs frequently.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inventory management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience operating a forklift or willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of safety standards in warehouse operations.

Benefits

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings through the EVEN app.
• Associate Shopping Program.
• Health and Wellness Program.
• Discount Marketplace.
• Employee Assistance Program.