SUPERVISOR, WAREHOUSE (S207)
LOCATION: Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA), Mexico | BRAND: KB Rail de Mexico | REQUISITION ID: 9633 | JOB GRADE: 14 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site

Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse –the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles--New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—reaching clear across the globe to South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, and Australia. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join our KB Rail Mexico team in our next steps.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Summary:
Warehouse Supervisor key roles & responsibilities are to organize the storage and distribution of goods by standardizing all warehouse activities to the seven steps identified in the KPS Logistics Pillar guide. Essentially the Warehouse Supervisor ensures the right products are delivered to the right location on time and at a good cost.
Supervises and/or performs all activities within the warehouse that involves material's shipments. Assists in the development of warehousing and/or distribution systems, procedures, and equipment lay-out for the most efficient and accurate processing of company products in accordance with pertinent customer shipping requirements. Coordinates with the shipping Clerk to insure all outbound shipments are shipped accurately & timely.
Essential Functions:
- Drive the warehouse to a world class facility by using the KPS as the primary guide to ensure the success of the implementation.
- Manages and develops people in the department by providing short term objectives and long-term planning which combines the goals of the individuals, department, and business.
- Maintains receiving, warehousing & supplying the production lines by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
- Complies with KPS requirements associated with warehousing, material handling, and receiving requirements and enforcing adherence to requirements, advising management on needed actions.
- Supervises and/or performs all duties related to receiving, shipping and storage of stock (work in process, and finished goods).
- Assures adherence to internal policy & procedure as well as customer shipping procedures and requirements.
- Ensures that all employees within the Shipping areas meet the necessary training requirements.
- Investigates shipping/receiving discrepancies/errors affecting customer or supplier satisfaction (this includes sister plants)
- Knowledge of all operations equipment in the warehouse (including, but not limited to forklift trucks, swing reach truck, electric pallet truck, hand trucks, stretch wrap machines, radio frequency equipment, etc.)
- Insures all Shipping/Receiving employees receive the necessary training to perform their jobs & that they comply with all company policies & regulations.
- Safeguards warehouse and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
- Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system.
- Maintains physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement.
- Achieves financial objectives by adhering to departmental annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
- Completes warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, following up on work results.
- Maintains warehouse staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
- Maintains warehouse staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
- Follow up and control over-time
- Promote constant motivation among staff to strive for efficient and effective warehouse administration.
- Support KPS Activities and procedures with team members
- Perform all those activities that by the nature of the position are required.
Management & Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Job is responsible for managing other employees (e.g., hiring/termination and/or pay decisions, performance management).
Knowledge:
- Must have a strong material management background with key focus on logistics and inventory control.
- Knowledge of Six-Sigma tools and processes. Greenbelt certification a plus
- Knowledge of braking products and commodities a plus
- SAP MM/WM knowledge required a plus
- Knowledge of principles and practices of personnel administration, effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills
- Microsoft proficient. Strong Microsoft Excel skills a must.
- Bi-lingual of Spanish and English required
Experience:
- 1-3 Years’ Experience within material management systems
Skills:
- Demonstrated leadership and development skills with strong influence/interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills required
- Innovated self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with inventory accuracy concepts, SAP/R3 MMWM/SD experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills - 100% Bilingual (English/Spanish
- Must be able to drive thoughts into actionable tasks/projects with follow-up while establishing credibility and trust.
- Strong ability to multi-task and manage own time efficiently
Education/Certifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Bi-lingual (English & Spanish)
- Minimum 3-4 years of experience in Supply Chain Excellence (MM/WM)
- APICS Certification (CPIM, CIRM) a plus
- Valid VISA required
What does KB Rail Mexico have to offer you?
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Major medical expenses
- Christmas Bonus
- Life insurance
- Educational assistance program
- Wellness program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Personal Days Paid
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Attendance Bonuses
- Cafeteria Subsidy
- Subsidy for prescription glasses
- Medical service in plant
- Recognition Programs