At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Our distribution business is experiencing transformative growth—with no end in sight. That’s why we’re looking for an Inbound Supervisor for one of our satellite warehouses in Midway, KY. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day inbound operations within our fully automated conveyor system. Responsibilities include meeting inbound SLA’s staffing, training, safety, continuous improvements, and loss prevention. In addition, you will ensure excellent service levels to both internal and external customers. This role will report to our Inbound Manager.

A day at the warehouse looks like this:

• Planning and monitoring daily labor needs based on immediate and forecasted order and unit volumes
• Creating and implementing standards and metrics for the team
• Understanding the goals for the day and providing motivation to ensure they are met accurately and efficiently, while also encouraging teamwork and obtaining a high level of associate morale and recognition
• Ensuring our inbound requirements are met on a daily basis.
• Working with the leadership team to effectively communicate achievements and challenges throughout the day
• Complying with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling and receiving requirements, and enforcing safety policies and techniques
• Ensuring the organization and physical appearance of the inbound Department are in good standing order
• Developing employee performance by appraising, coaching and counseling
• Developing ongoing process improvements for all order processing associates to ensure efficient operations

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Minimum 2-3 years of leadership and performance management required
• Minimum 2 years of experience with inbound operations required
• Ability to build a high-performance/engaged work environment
• Results-oriented high achiever who strives for maximum service levels
• Ability to problem-solve while keeping the needs of the customer and company in mind
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of safety practices and OSHA requirements
• Ability to lead a crew while supporting rules, regulations and standards
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple projects/assignments simultaneously
• Outstanding time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and schedule tasks for the most efficient use of time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility, dependability and disciplined professionalism

And here’s our end of the bargain!

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, plus a bonus plan
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to their passion and enthusiasm, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference in the world, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers

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People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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