Receiving Supervisor

Sysco

. Manage and monitor warehouse activities including receiving, putaway consolidation, replenishment, picking, load checking, loading, shipping, and inventory control .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeOrlando • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills in managing warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and implementing process improvements. Proficient in inventory control, staff training, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

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Warehouse ManagementOSHA ComplianceInventory ControlStaff TrainingProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Warehouse ProceduresInventory Control ProcessesBasic ArithmeticReport WritingProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Handheld RF UnitMS OfficeWMS-HighJumpPeopleSoftVoice Recognition

Certifications & Qualifications

Powered Industrial Truck Certification

Industry Keywords

Safety RequirementsQuality StandardsWarehouse ActivitiesEmployee PerformanceConflict Resolution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and monitor warehouse activities including receiving, putaway consolidation, replenishment, picking, load checking, loading, shipping, and inventory control
Direct, coordinate, and monitor daily activities and performance of warehouse workers
Ensure compliance with standard procedures, quality, and safety requirements
Manage staffing, communication, training, employee performance, motivation, delegation, development, mentoring, conflict resolution, corrective action, evaluations, and terminations as necessary
Conduct department and pre-shift meetings to communicate policies, address concerns, and encourage ideas and improvement suggestions
Review warehouse procedures and recommend or implement operational changes for efficiency and productivity
Monitor departmental expenses and provide resources supporting daily activities
Implement process improvements to increase efficiency, productivity, safety, and quality while reducing costs
Enforce policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements
Maintain productivity, end-of-shift, battery watering, and safety toolbox talk reports and logs
Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Coordinate with the Safety Department on training, observations, preferred work methods, accident investigations, root-cause analysis, and safety inspections
Ensure compliance with OSHA and other local, state, and federal regulations
Provide service and respond to suppliers, customers, management, and internal departments
Perform limited travel to other warehouse/distribution centers or office locations and attend company events, meetings, or training

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required
Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
3 years of warehouse experience
Experience with handheld RF unit
Powered Industrial truck certification is required upon completion of internal training and testing within the first 2 weeks of being hired
Familiarity with OSHA regulations
Strong knowledge of warehouse procedures and practices, inventory control processes, and inventoried product specifications
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and professional interactive skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to prepare and present reports and information
Strong leadership, mentoring, team development, delegation, and team discussion skills
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple initiatives and deadlines independently
Ability to build working relationships with internal business partners, vendors, and customers
Problem-solving, judgment, professionalism, attention to detail, and accuracy
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages
Ability to understand and execute relevant policies and procedures and comply with regulations
Ability to provide effective staff training on SOPs, safety, conduct, and related areas
Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Voice Recognition experience preferred but not required
Experience with WMS-HighJump/PeopleSoft, Voice Recognition, and RF devices a plus
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States
Able to stand and walk 75% of the workday; lift up to 50 pounds and/or move up to 200 pounds with assistance
May require evening, weekend, or other shift work depending on business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits information provided at https://SyscoBenefits.com
Opportunity for personal and professional growth
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer