Warehouse Supervisor
Flowserve · Etten-Leur, Netherlands
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Role Summary:
The Warehouse Supervisor will oversee our warehouse operations (Shipping, Receiving and Stockroom) for our Automation & Control Valve business unit, ensuring efficient and accurate handling of inventory, materials, and finished product. The Warehouse Supervisor will play a critical role in maintaining a smooth supply chain, minimizing costs, and maximizing productivity in this site.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the Shipping, Receiving, Stockroom areas.
- Implement and maintain optimal warehouse layout and organization, ensuring efficient materials flow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Direct and supervise warehouse staff, providing training, guidance, and performance management to foster a high-performing team.
- Develop, implement, and monitor inventory management strategies, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping processes, to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, such as SAP, to track inventory levels, manage orders, and generate reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, sales, and logistics, to optimize inventory levels, reduce lead times, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with Flowserve’s safety policies and regulations, equipment maintenance, and quality control standards within the warehouse environment.
- Analyze and interpret key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
- Negotiate with vendors, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to secure competitive rates and service level agreements.
- Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, such as 5S, lean methodologies, and six sigma, to enhance warehouse efficiency and effectiveness.
- Manage budget, including equipment, technology, and personnel, to optimize warehouse operating costs.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a warehouse management or supply chain role, preferably within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
- Thorough knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
- Demonstrated expertise in utilizing WMS and ERP software, preferably SAP.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Solid understanding of lean supply chain concepts and methodologies.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
- Commitment to safety, with a proven track record of promoting a culture of safety within the warehouse.
What we offer
- A good salary and 5% end-of-year bonus plus 8% vacation pay;
- 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days per year;
- Sustainable employability program;
- An open, pleasant and familiar working atmosphere
Why Flowserve?
Flowserve is a global leader in flow control, supporting customers in critical industries around the world. In this role, you will lead a key operational function, develop a high-performing warehouse team, and contribute directly to safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
Join a collaborative organization where your operational expertise and improvement mindset can make a meaningful impact.