Warehouse Supervisor

**Location: San Luis de la Paz**

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the general supervision of the Mgr-Materials Sanimex, this position is responsible for receiving, storing and supplying raw materials, packaging materials and spare parts for vitreous operations. Must also ensure that all material received meets specifications required by the operation, maintaining optimal levels based material savings, reworking, recycling and teamwork, as well as the timely receipt of invoices for payment to suppliers.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrate logistic for three warehouses and production supermarkets (a supermarket is an area in packing department with corrugated, components, fittings, labels, printed materials, etc.).

Determine suitable materials for keeping in general storeroom.

Coordinate the physical inspection of materials when required.

Work in close relationship with Purchasing and production departments in order to assure appropriate inventory levels, but working with the lowest possible stock.

Administration of production supermarkets to ensure that the required material is in the production area.

Notifies the plant when material has been received.

Inform the accounting department, quality control and purchasing of possible damages in received material in order for them take actions as necessary.

Provide buyers inventory level information for materials in order to ensure re-supply of material as necessary.

When incoming raw materials for slip and glaze arrive, ensure notification to Ceramic and laboratory departments to do the proper testing.

Administration of ISO-9000 files.

Ensures the correct input of the received material into the system.

Supervise activities of two spot tractors in both plants that move the trailers that arrive.

Supervise virtual importation receiving process in order to assure that it matches to SAP and that it has been performed in time.

Supervise that indirect materials received for specific users/areas are being delivered promptly.

Ensures the correct keeping of chemical products area.

Ensures a correct control of scrapped materials.

Administration of 5S's in both warehouses and storeroom.

Coordinate the manufacture of polyurethane foam pads for lavatories and pedestals in both plants.

Coordinate the sale of scrapped of corrugated, plastic, paper, steel, aluminum and wooden pallets

Perform domestic and international shipments by UPS and Expeditors

Make project of MC, Safety and savings

Coordinate control of the outgoing materials

Supervise the proper receipt of invoices in SAP and forwards all the invoices to the accounting department in order to pay suppliers.

Performs other related duties and assignments as directed by the Materials Manager.

Comply with the Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities established for this position (See Responsibilities chart by position).

**Skills/Requirements**

EDUCATION:
Preference Bachelor's degree

EXPERIENCE:
Preference 4 years of experience in: warehousing activities; inventories; pull signal; Kan ban; and ISO.

FORMATION:
SKILLS:
Traits
Critical: Abstract Reasoning Ability, Assertiveness, Aggressiveness, Cautiousness, Ego-Strength, Energy, External Structure, Self-Structure, Thoroughness, Risk-Taking, Urgency.
Supporting: Ego-drive, Gregariousness, and Sociability.

Behaviors
Critical: Is willing to make tough decisions; establishes goals, priorities and expectations for staff members; is persistent; recognizes problems, issues and opportunities; leverages resources effectively; independently sets goals, objectives and priorities; manages multiple tasks and activities; follows established policies and procedures.
Supporting: Persuasively sells ideas to gain support and buy-in; gathers and analyzes data; works quickly; develops new contacts and initiates relationships; demonstrates an eagerness to help others; copes with rejection.

**Why Work at Kohler Co.?**

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more

**About Us**

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.