Supervisor, Supply Chain Excellence

Knorr-Bremse AG

. Provide leadership to the warehouse and receiving departments across all shifts .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeBowling Green • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,100 - $97,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Manufacturing techniques and warehouse operations, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. Proven leadership abilities in managing teams, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a positive work environment.

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Lean Manufacturing TechniquesWarehouse Operations ManagementLeadership ExperienceSAP ProficiencyProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Lean ManufacturingStandardized WorkContinuous Improvement5SJust-in-Time (JIT)Warehouse OperationsStatistical Evaluation SoftwareSAPMicrosoft Office SuiteTime Management

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMotivating EmployeesCommunication SkillsPositive Work EnvironmentAccountability

Certifications & Qualifications

Green Belt Certification

Industry Keywords

Health, Safety, Environmental PoliciesISO 14001IATF 16949Performance ReviewsFreight Carriers Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership to the warehouse and receiving departments across all shifts
Execute receiving and warehousing plans for day-to-day activities
Lead team members assigned to Receiving and Warehouse
Drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and budget performance
Partner with Operations, HSE, Quality, Engineering, Materials, and Human Resources
Track performance and drive accountability using tools and processes
Evaluate departmental constraints and implement Lean Manufacturing techniques
Manage external receiving, freight carriers, outside warehousing solutions, and external parts-kitting operations
Manage time and attendance for hourly associates
Complete annual performance reviews and administer coaching and corrective actions
Ensure shipments arrive in time to support production
Communicate with Operations to ensure required materials are available
Ensure consistent application of policies
Promote and drive Knorr Production System methodologies
Champion change and facilitate team functions to improve business performance
Use problem-solving methods and innovation to drive continuous improvement
Adhere to health, safety, environmental, and quality policies, including ISO 14001 and IATF 16949
Identify, stop, communicate, or escalate safety, health, environmental, and product-quality concerns
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least three (3) years of warehousing experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment
At least one year of leadership experience
Demonstrated experience motivating and leading employees
Demonstrated experience fostering a positive work environment
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques, including Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Just-in-Time (JIT) principles
Knowledge of warehouse operations within a Lean Manufacturing environment
Familiarity with statistical evaluation software is a plus
Proficiency with SAP
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent warehouse operations work experience may be considered in place of a degree
Green Belt certification is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Group healthcare plans including medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
120 hours of vacation leave annually
40 hours of Personal Paid Absence annually
12 paid holidays
1 floating holiday
6 weeks of paid parental leave
Ability to purchase company stock
Annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics, up to 4% of annual salary