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Overview

Powered by a technology-enabled network, our Healthcare teams help get critical medical supplies to customers around the world. They're delivering the future of healthcare with skill, commitment, and collaboration.

  • Full-Time
  • Louisville, Kentucky
  • Level Varies Based on Position

Job Description

Primary Location: 1920 OUTER LOOP, LOUISVILLE, Kentucky - United States of America , 40219 Job ID: R25012938
Date posted 04/16/2025

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Job Description:

We’re one of the world’s largest providers of transportation and logistics services. Our customers range from small and mid-sized companies up to global enterprises.  Our Global Logistics and Distribution business unit providescomprehensive logistics services and warehousing solutions utilizing a global network of distribution centers, innovative technology and supply chain expertise to manage the flow of goods from receiving to storage and order processing to shipment.

Job Summary:

The Distribution Operations Supervisor II manages the delivery or deployment of contracted services to customers to ensure that SLAs (service level agreements) and KPI (key performance indicators) as defined in the relevant contracts are met or exceeded. Supports business products by collaborating with vendors, customers, and other internal support groups. Responsible for daily facility activities related to government compliance, inbound receipts, kitting, processing orders, procuring suppliers, managing inventory, staffing, facility inspections, employee engagement, development, safety, security, profitability, etc.

This supervisor performs a variety of financial activities including forecasting, allocations, adjustments and creating annual business plans to meet business unit and corporate initiatives. Responsible for retaining and strengthening customer relationships which may include face to face customer service. Identifies and recommends opportunities for improving efficiency, effectiveness, and capabilities of the operation. May provide support to field stocking locations (FSL), agent locations across multiple geographies, and support the provider network. May operate powered industrial equipment.

This position is responsible for overseeing, evaluating, and correcting the performance and outcomes of a team or multiple teams. Coordinates work across the organization to optimize efficiency. Makes key workforce decisions, such as hiring, onboarding, transferring, laying off, disciplining, assigning, directing, instructing, developing, and rewarding employees. Emphasis on aligning processes and fostering cohesion among team members.

This role also supervises a team(s) that performs work according to standardized processes or procedures (e.g., entry-level Professional Expertise, Administrative or Technical Support). Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities with other supervisors. Problem solving is guided by policies, procedures and the local business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager. Typically, does not perform the work supervised.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must currently reside in the same geographic location as the job - Required

  • Logistics and distribution experience - Preferred 

  • Previous Management/Supervisorexperience - Preferred 

  • Bachelor's degree or international equivalent and/or 3 years of UPS experience - Preferred

  • Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively - Required

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and operations at once- Required 

  • Microsoft Suite proficiency - Required

Other Criteria:

  • Job Grade: 20F - Supervisor

  • Schedule/typical working hours: Monday to Friday - 7:30am - 5:30pm

  • Last day to apply is 4/24/2025 by the end of the day

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Employee Type:

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/nationalorigin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

“With mentorship and on-the-job training, I'm continuing to grow. I couldn't be happier with my first full-time career.”

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Benefits & Career Advantages

SCS Healthcare Logistics Professionals get a full slate of benefits and rewards.

401(k)

Full Healthcare
After 30 days

Growth from Within

Work on a Team of Experts

Make a Global Impact

Career Path

SCS Healthcare Professional

Healthcare Supply Associate

Healthcare Supply Manager

Director of Healthcare Supply

Healthcare Supply Specialist

Career Snapshot

Join a Leader in
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Diverse Team
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Promote-from-within
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Support Global Supply
Chain Solutions

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