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Warehouse Supervisor - Real Estate and Off-Campus Housing

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Oversee all operational aspects of the Real Estate and Off-Campus Housing warehouse, including inventory controls, materials management, and supply distribution. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, provide on-site leadership and operational support to the Purchasing Coordinator. Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure warehouse operations effectively support departmental objectives, service delivery, and fiscal responsibility.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily warehouse operations supporting the Real Estate departmental needs. Maintain appropriate inventory levels and accurate inventory records, including regular cycle counts and tool audits. Oversee the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment to ensure safe and effective operation. Balance customer service expectations with sound fiscal stewardship on behalf of the department and University.   
  • Verify the accuracy of inventory for all deliveries and work orders. Develop, implement, maintain, and enhance inventory controls, systems, and processes. Reconcile inventory records across multiple systems and ensure purchase orders are closed once fully invoiced. Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Oversee and support the Purchasing Coordinator’s activities. Routinely evaluate material suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable delivery terms. Resolve vendor and supplier issues as they arise and submit change orders when required to ensure continuity of operations.
  • Serve as department liaison for warehouse and material operational matters. Routinely interact with key maintenance and leasing personnel to ensure business needs and objectives are being met and proper controls and processes are being adhered to.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions: 

  • High noise environment.
  • Exposure to chemicals.

Physical Effort

  • Ability to climb a ladder.
  • Ability to work on feet for long periods of time.
  • Occasional lifting (50-75 lbs.).
  • Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations.

Equipment

  • Office equipment.
  • Forklift.
  • Order picker.  

Other

  • Steel-toed shoes are required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklift) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (2 Years), Supervisory (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

  • Required to obtain certification for powered Industrial Trucks (Forklift) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Management/Supervisory In A Purchasing/Warehouse/Inventory Control Environment (2 Years), Complex University Environment (1 Year)

Skills:

Commercial Property Management, Computer Literacy, Confidentiality, Deadline Management, Forklift Operations, High Accuracy, High Reliability, High Volume Processing, Personal Productivity, Residential Management, Taking Initiative, Warehouse Equipment, Working Independently, Written Communication, Yardi Systems (Software)

Grade

G09-H

Salary Range

$23.37 - $36.19 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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