Supervise distribution center operations across receiving, order fulfillment, shipping, and related tasks. Allocate work, monitor production, optimize workflow, enforce safety procedures, train associates, resolve operational issues, communicate workload plans, support associate relations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve supply chain performance. The role requires schedule flexibility and physical ability to lift up to 70 pounds in varied warehouse conditions.
Your Impact at Lowe's
As the Operations Supervisor, you will use your leadership skills to maintain a secure work environment, build a culture of safety, and ensure our supply chain operations are running efficiently.
This is a role that demands adaptability, quick decision-making, and a commitment to safety and efficiency. In return, you'll be charting the course for operational excellence and shaping the success of our supply chain.
How We Support You
As an industry leader, we invest in the people and technology needed to grow and win as a team.
Your Day at Lowe's
In this role, safety is our core value, with regular training and prompt issue resolutions. As a supervisor, you play a key role in ensuring your teams regularly follow proper policies, regulations, and safety procedures.
You also play a key role in communicating workload plans, engaging with associates, and working with other teams to drive the overall success of our supply chain operations. Your day is dynamic and focused on optimizing operations. You oversee task allocation, monitor production, and make real-time decisions to improve workflow. You will be responsible for coordinating and managing day-to-day operations to ensure seamless workflow, prompt deliveries, and cost-effective practices.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Schedule Requirements
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 70 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
As the Operations Supervisor, you will use your leadership skills to maintain a secure work environment, build a culture of safety, and ensure our supply chain operations are running efficiently.
This is a role that demands adaptability, quick decision-making, and a commitment to safety and efficiency. In return, you'll be charting the course for operational excellence and shaping the success of our supply chain.
How We Support You
As an industry leader, we invest in the people and technology needed to grow and win as a team.
- Grow Your Career: We foster a culture that embraces continuous learning, empowering you to develop your skills. From lateral moves and promotions to a new career field, we can help you shape (and own) your future.
- Culture of Belonging: Our teams enjoy a positive work environment where leaders support and respect you, and associates genuinely appreciate each other.
- Financial Future: We invest in you - own part of the company with our optional Employee Stock Purchase Plan, or participate in our matching 401k plan.
- Bonus Potential: When we win, you win. We award front line workers discretionary and profit-sharing bonuses when we succeed.
- Health and Wellbeing: We offer paid time off for vacations, holidays and sick time, as well as access to top-tier medical, dental and vision insurance.
Your Day at Lowe's
In this role, safety is our core value, with regular training and prompt issue resolutions. As a supervisor, you play a key role in ensuring your teams regularly follow proper policies, regulations, and safety procedures.
You also play a key role in communicating workload plans, engaging with associates, and working with other teams to drive the overall success of our supply chain operations. Your day is dynamic and focused on optimizing operations. You oversee task allocation, monitor production, and make real-time decisions to improve workflow. You will be responsible for coordinating and managing day-to-day operations to ensure seamless workflow, prompt deliveries, and cost-effective practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead operations associates in receiving, order-fill, shipping, and supporting tasks.
- Monitor production volume and allocate tasks for optimal workflow and performance.
- Enforce safety protocols, conduct training, and promptly address safety concerns.
- Respond quickly to changing workflow conditions, making real-time decisions.
- Resolve operational issues to minimize disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Communicate business objectives, daily workload plans, and performance expectations.
- Provide support and guidance to associates through associate relations issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for enhanced supply chain performance.
Minimum Qualifications
- 4 years of experience in distribution center/warehouse operations or related area OR Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Transportation, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
- Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
- Basic math and reading comprehension skills
- Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Proven record of complying with safety requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience building a culture of safety among direct reports and peers
- Leadership experience with direct report responsibility
- Experience mentoring and coaching others
- Experience monitoring the work of others to ensure quality
- Experience working with and communicating to leadership
- Previous leadership roles in other Lowe's supply chain facilities, or leadership roles in Corporate-led initiatives
- Experience with software applications such as Microsoft Office and/or a Warehouse Management System
- Bi-lingual skills, if applicable to the facility
Schedule Requirements
- Available to work a set schedule that may be changed by management based on the facility's needs.
- May be asked to work mornings, afternoons, nights, and/or weekends based on the facility's needs.
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 70 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
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