Operations Supervisor

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

. Supervise labor management and daily inbound, outbound, product slotting, and customer communication activities .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeFredericksburg • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $67,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in logistics and distribution management, including labor scheduling, staff training, and operational efficiency. Proficient in utilizing WMS functions and RF scanners while maintaining strong communication and leadership skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Logistics ManagementStaff Training and DevelopmentWMS FunctionsForklift Training CertificationMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Logistics ManagementLabor SchedulingWMS FunctionsRF ScannersMathematical SkillsPerformance AppraisalsCost-Saving MeasuresInventory VerificationOperational ProceduresWarehouse Operations

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeRF ScannersWarehouse Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift Training CertificationMHE Certification

Industry Keywords

LogisticsDistributionWarehouse OperationsInbound and Outbound ActivitiesPerformance MetricsContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise labor management and daily inbound, outbound, product slotting, and customer communication activities
Plan labor schedules, space utilization, equipment, and manpower
Hire and train staff, assign daily work, conduct performance appraisals, address performance issues, and resolve problems
Supervise receiving, warehousing, and shipping operations under the Operations Manager or Distribution Center Manager
Conduct staff meetings and support continuous improvement
Keep senior management and client representatives informed of critical operational issues
Develop systems and procedures for safe and profitable operations
Manage operations to meet productivity, service, quality, KPI, and cost objectives
Implement and report cost-saving measures
Apply communication and motivational techniques and support Human Resources activities
Oversee training and evaluation of warehouse staff
Schedule daily work based on work orders, arrival notices, customer instructions, priorities, and available resources
Assign duties to warehouse staff and supervisory responsibilities to experienced team leads
Review pending jobs and trends and plan warehouse-space, supply, equipment, and staffing changes
Monitor work quality and quantity and provide guidance
Keep the Manager informed of daily progress and problems
Assist in physical operations as needed
Provide team growth and development opportunities and conduct annual performance reviews
Support and train team members in adherence to corporate and client SOPs

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
3 years’ experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment
1 year experience in a supervisory role
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Experience with RF scanners
Knowledge of WMS functions
English reading, writing, and verbal skills
Business communication skills
Basic to intermediate mathematical skills for verifying quantities, counting inventory, and related duties
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good organizational and personnel skills
Good written and oral communication skills
Good leadership, supervision, and planning skills
Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends
Ability to participate in cross-training activities and assist as a backup across departments
Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to work mandatory or voluntary overtime as dictated by business needs
Ability to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures
Ability to bend, walk, stand, sit, lift/carry and push/pull 11–20 pounds, and reach above shoulder, squat, or kneel
Prior MHE certification/knowledge of basic MHE operation preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Health savings accounts (HSAs) for eligible plans
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Wellness resources
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
DSV 401(k) plan with company matching contributions of up to 5%
Paid time off programs
Paid company holidays