As an Operations Supervisor at Maersk in Yokohama, Japan, you will manage daily warehouse operations, lead floor teams, ensure safety and quality standards, and oversee inbound, outbound, and inventory activities in a full-time role.
Requirements
Warehouse or logistics operation experience is required.
Team Leader or Supervisor experience is preferred.
Japanese communication is required; basic English communication is preferred.
SAP/WMS experience, forklift license, and practical MHE operation experience are preferred.
Skills & Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations: Manage daily inbound, outbound, and inventory activities to ensure smooth facility performance.
Manpower Management: Allocate manpower based on workload and lead Senior Operators on the warehouse floor.
Safety & Quality: Ensure compliance with Maersk safety, quality requirements, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Problem-Solving: Monitor productivity, investigate inventory variances, and support root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
Potential transition routes: People from Senior Warehouse Operator or Logistics Team Lead roles may bring strong floor experience and inventory process knowledge, alongside meeting the required operational background.
Job description
Role Summary
The Supervisor will be responsible for managing the daily operation of the new Global Warehouse in Sachiura.
The Supervisor will work closely with the Assistant Manager and take responsibility for daily operation, manpower control, inventory accuracy, safety and quality.
The Supervisor is expected to be close to the actual warehouse operation and lead the team on the floor.
Key Responsibilities
Manage daily inbound, outbound and inventory activities
Allocate manpower based on daily workload and operational priorities
Lead and support Senior Operators on the warehouse floor
Monitor productivity, quality and inventory accuracy
Ensure SOPs and work instructions are followed
Ensure Maersk safety and quality requirements are followed at all times
Conduct daily operational and safety briefings
Manage operational issues and escalate when necessary
Support cycle counts, stocktakes and inventory variance investigation
Ensure required system transactions are completed correctly and on time
Train and develop Senior Operators and new team members
Maintain 5S and warehouse working standards
Report daily performance, issues and risks to the Assistant Manager
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
Support continuous improvement activities
Requirements
Warehouse / logistics operation experience
Team Leader or Supervisor experience preferred
Good understanding of inbound, outbound and inventory processes
Strong communication and frontline leadership skills
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