Founded in 1999, Origin Point Brands (OPB) is a global manufacturer and distributor of steel, aluminum, and other finished goods for the North American market. OPB is a leader in the lawn & garden and metal fencing industries with trusted brands of aluminum and wire products which include: No Dig, Garden Zone, IronCraft, Pet Sentinel, Garden Craft, Yardlink, ScreenGuard and Proworx.
The company is headquartered in Summerville, SC in a 450K square foot facility and has additional distribution facilities in Houston, TX, Kansas City, KS and a sales office located in Mooresville, NC.
For more information, please visit: http://www.originpointbrands.com
Come work for an essential business that truly values its employees. Competitive pay with an EXCELLENT benefit package for full time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, employer sponsored HSA, life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with employer matching, and more!
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Receiving Supervisor I is responsible for overseeing daily inbound warehouse operations, including freight receiving, product inspection, put-away, storage management, and inventory accuracy. This position ensures incoming merchandise is received accurately, processed efficiently, stored appropriately, and made available for downstream fulfillment operations. The Receiving Supervisor I provides hands-on leadership to warehouse associates, coordinates daily workflow, reinforces safety and quality standards, and works collaboratively with inventory control, shipping, and distribution center leadership to maintain efficient operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented leader who demonstrates strong organizational skills, accountability, and the ability to identify and resolve operational challenges in a fast-paced distribution environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Inbound Receiving & Freight Management
- Oversee daily inbound freight activities, including unloading, receiving, product verification, and processing.
- Coordinate receiving schedules and prioritize inbound shipments based on operational needs, available resources, and warehouse capacity.
- Verify inbound shipments against purchase orders, packing lists, and receiving documentation to ensure accurate quantities and product identification.
- Identify, document, and escalate shortages, overages, damages, and other receiving discrepancies.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of inbound inventory within the warehouse management system.
- Monitor receiving productivity and address workflow delays or operational bottlenecks.
Put-Away & Storage Management
- Direct and coordinate timely put-away of received inventory into designated storage locations.
- Ensure products are properly labeled, palletized, secured, and stored according to established procedures.
- Maintain organized, accessible, and efficient warehouse storage areas.
- Monitor storage capacity, pallet configurations, and product placement to maximize space utilization and operational efficiency.
- Coordinate inventory movements and storage adjustments with inventory control and warehouse leadership.
- Identify opportunities to improve storage utilization, material handling, and product accessibility.
Quality Control & Inventory Accuracy
- Inspect incoming freight for visible damage, packaging concerns, incorrect labeling, and product discrepancies.
- Ensure receiving and quality control procedures are followed consistently.
- Coordinate damaged, defective, or nonconforming product handling with inventory control and management.
- Verify accurate product identification, quantities, and inventory locations.
- Assist with cycle counts, inventory investigations, and reconciliation of receiving discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate receiving records and supporting documentation.
Team Leadership & Daily Operations
- Assign daily work activities and establish clear productivity and performance expectations.
- Provide direction, coaching, and on-the-job training to receiving associates.
- Monitor employee performance, work quality, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and effective communication.
- Identify employee training needs and communicate performance or personnel concerns to the General Manager.
- Assist with onboarding and cross-training employees to support operational flexibility.
- Collaborate with outbound supervisors and other departments to support overall distribution center objectives.
Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Enforce company safety procedures and promote safe equipment operation and material handling practices.
- Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free receiving and storage areas.
- Identify and report safety concerns, equipment failures, and facility maintenance needs.
- Ensure compliance with established warehouse procedures and company policies.
- Identify opportunities to improve receiving accuracy, productivity, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and implementation of updated standard operating procedures.
- Monitor and communicate operational performance, challenges, and resource needs to management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years of experience in warehouse, distribution, receiving, or inventory operations.
- At least 1 year of demonstrated team leadership, lead, or supervisory experience.
- Working knowledge of inbound freight processing, inventory handling, and warehouse storage practices.
- Experience using warehouse management systems, inventory software, or ERP systems.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing operational demands and direct daily warehouse activities.
- Understanding of warehouse safety practices and material handling procedures.
Preferred
- Previous supervisory experience in a distribution center environment.
- Experience with NetSuite ERP and RF-SMART or comparable inventory scanning systems.
- Experience supporting inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and quality control processes.
- Familiarity with warehouse productivity metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Forklift or other powered industrial truck experience.
Key Performance Expectations
Performance will be evaluated based on demonstrated results in the following areas:
- Receiving accuracy and timely processing of inbound shipments.
- Put-away completion and inventory location accuracy.
- Quality control compliance and timely resolution of receiving discrepancies.
- Warehouse organization and effective utilization of storage space.
- Employee productivity, training, and adherence to established procedures.
- Safety performance and compliance with company standards.
- Communication, accountability, and collaboration with other departments.
- Identification and implementation of operational improvements.
Career Development
The Receiving Supervisor I position is part of Origin Point Brands’ developing distribution leadership career path.
Successful performance in this position, demonstrated operational proficiency, and expanded knowledge of both inbound and outbound warehouse functions may provide opportunities for advancement into broader supervisory or distribution management responsibilities.
Additional Responsibilities
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed. Responsibilities may be modified based on business needs, operational requirements, and organizational priorities.
