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Kenco Group

Operations Supervisor

Kenco Group, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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Kenco Logistics is one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., offering a dynamic and supportive work environment focused on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

About The Position The Operations Supervisor directs the work of associates in the warehouse/distribution environment, overseeing safety and quality for departments and areas of responsibility.

Functions

Determine work volume, prepare work schedules, and expedite workflow to ensure maximum cost effectiveness within the department.

Assign duties and examine work for quality, neatness, and conformity to policies and procedures.

Schedule job assignments for periodic and/or special inventories.

Monitor, direct, and (when necessary) perform the accurate shipping of outbound orders.

Issue written and oral instructions to associates as needed or required.

Ensure associate accountability in accordance with corporate standard operating procedures.

Work to maintain harmony among associates and resolve grievances.

Manage employee time including edits and corrections.

Mentor and coach associates, including corrective actions as well as performance evaluations.

Assume responsibility for monitoring zoning and product database development during the receiving process.

Perform training of policies, procedures, and Standard Works to ensure processes are followed.

Assist Safety Advocate with all aspects of Safety Program and participate on the Safety Committee.

Assist in the development of processes and process improvements.

Misc. tasks as assigned by the General Manager.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four‑year college; or equivalent related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum of three years of experience in warehousing, distribution, or related required.

Minimum of six months supervisory experience.

PC and computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Competencies

Business Acumen – Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the business and organization.

Communicate for Impact – Devoting the time and resources necessary to communicate the strategic vision, direction, priorities, and progress of the team for which you are responsible.

Leading People – Ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster employee engagement in meeting the organization's strategy.

Managing Transitions / Change Management – Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.

Relationship Management – Building and maintaining relationships with internal partners to successfully complete projects and organizational objectives.

Strategic Agility – Gains perspective and balances the pressure between daily tasks and strategic actions that impact the long‑term viability of the organization.

Travel Requirements

This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less.

A passport is not required, but recommended.

Disclosures

For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.

Benefits Offered

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts

Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life and Supplemental Life

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)

Employer Paid Holidays – 10 days

Company Culture Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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