Warehouse Supervisor

Hiring company: Bahamas Grid Company Source: LinkedIn Bahamas The Warehouse Supervisor oversees daily warehouse activities at Bahamas Grid Company (BGC), ensuring that utility materials, equipment, and spare parts are received, stored, recorded, and issued accurately and safely. Reporting to the Material & Inventory Manager, the role coordinates warehouse staff and supports maintenance, capital projects, and emergency restoration. The position is accountable for daily task execution, stock transaction accuracy, safe material handling, and timely escalation of shortages, discrepancies, and operational risks. Essential Functions Warehouse Operations and Material Handling • Supervise receiving, inspection, unloading, storage, picking, staging, and issuance of materials and equipment. • Verify deliveries against purchase orders and delivery documents; record shortages, damage, and discrepancies and notify Procurement and the Manager. • Coordinate port collection and receiving arrangements with logistics personnel and customs brokers. • Maintain clear storage locations, identification, traceability, and controlled access to warehouse stock. • Coordinate dispatch and delivery to field locations, ensuring accurate issue records and safe loading and cargo securement. Inventory Control and ERP Records • Ensure timely and accurate Meridian ERP recording of receipts, issues, returns, transfers, and stock movements. • Conduct cycle counts and support physical stocktakes; investigate discrepancies and submit findings for management review and authorized adjustments. • Monitor stock levels against approved replenishment parameters and notify the Manager of shortages and critical spare requirements. • Identify damaged, obsolete, excess, and slow-moving stock and recommend action to the Manager. • Check transaction documentation and maintain audit trails; support barcode or RFID scanning and workflow improvements. Team Supervision and Coordination • Assign daily duties to warehouse clerks and logistics staff; monitor completion and address operational issues. • Provide onboarding, coaching, and training in safe handling, ERP transactions, and warehouse procedures. • Provide input on staff performance and training needs to the Manager. • Coordinate with Field Operations on material priorities and with Procurement on delivery schedules and receipt discrepancies. • Provide reports on inventory accuracy, order fulfilment, stock movements, and outstanding warehouse issues. Safety and Emergency Response • Enforce warehouse housekeeping, safe equipment operation, protective equipment requirements, and applicable material storage procedures. • Report incidents and hazards promptly and escalate unsafe conditions to management. • Support storm preparation by checking critical stocks, securing materials, and organizing emergency issuance and post-event replenishment. • Perform other related duties assigned within the warehouse and materials function. Other Requirements • Ability to work flexible hours, including emergency and storm response assignments. • Ability to adapt to evolving systems and procedures in a start-up utility environment. Physical Demands • Frequent walking and standing within warehouse spaces. • Manual handling of materials up to 50 lbs using safe lifting methods and assistance where required. • Regular use of computers, ERP systems, and material handling equipment. Work Environment • Primarily warehouse-based, with exposure to dust, noise, and temperature variations. • Regular coordination with delivery drivers, logistics personnel, procurement staff, and field crews. Qualifications • Associate Degree in warehousing, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field preferred. • 3+ years of experience in warehouse or inventory operations; utility or construction experience preferred. • Experience supervising or mentoring staff. • ERP experience required; Meridian preferred. • Knowledge of inventory controls, warehouse safety, import documentation, and port receiving procedures. • Forklift certification and proficiency with pallet jacks, reach lifts, and related equipment. Skills and Attributes • Strong organization, task planning, and practical leadership. • Accuracy in inventory records and attention to detail. • Effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems. • Adaptability and readiness to support emergency operations.