Senior Supervisor / Area Manager
MHM.GEN.M2
Manages a larger section of the operation or multiple teams, often through one or more M1 leads.
Manages a larger section of the operation or multiple teams, often through one or more M1 leads.
The story of this role
Who does this work
The Material Handling Manager, dedicated to optimizing operations and ensuring efficient flow of materials in distribution, seeks to streamline processes and enhance productivity for their team.
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: Inefficient material handling processes lead to delays and increased costs in distribution operations.
- The internal problem: Overwhelm from managing multiple teams and processes, resulting in stress and uncertainty in decision-making.
- Why it matters: Every operation deserves to run smoothly, and no worker should be hindered by poor material management practices.
The plan
- Assess current material handling processes and identify bottlenecks.
- Implement training programs focused on essential skills like active listening and critical thinking for team members.
- Utilize technology solutions for tracking and optimizing material flow.
- Foster a culture of communication where all team members can voice challenges and propose improvements.
- Regularly review and adjust operational strategies to ensure efficiency and adaptability.
What's at stake
Continued delays and increased costs due to unoptimized processes. A disengaged workforce that lacks the skills to effectively manage material handling challenges.
Success looks like
Reduced operational costs and improved efficiency in material movement. A well-trained team that communicates effectively and responds proactively to challenges.
Summary
Manages a larger section of the operation or multiple teams, often through one or more M1 leads. Handles short-term planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
Level — M2 — Manager II
Manages an established team or sub-function; owns planning and performance for the group.
- Scope
- An established team or sub-function
- Autonomy
- Owns planning for the group
- Complexity
- Cross-project coordination and priorities
- Impact
- Group delivery and development
- Decision rights
- Owns staffing, priorities, performance for the group
- Leadership
- Manages a team; sometimes manages leads
- Typical experience
- 5–8 yrs
Core outputs
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Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities10
- Oversee an entire shift or specific functioncommonlevel
- Lead projects to rearrange stock areas for efficiencycommonlevel
- Ensure cross-team coordinationcommonlevel
- Develop short-term operational planscommonlevel
- Implement continuous improvement initiativescommonlevel
- Monitor and report on operational performancecommonlevel
- Facilitate communication between teamscommonlevel
- Manage resources effectivelycommonlevel
- Ensure compliance with operational standardscommonlevel
- Support M1 leads in team managementcommonlevel
Tasks5
- Oversee shift operationscommonlevel
- Lead efficiency projectscommonlevel
- Coordinate cross-team effortscommonlevel
- Develop operational planscommonlevel
- Monitor performance metricscommonlevel
Skills8
- Operational Managementcommonlevel
- Project leadershipcommonlevel
- Efficiency improvementcommonlevel
- Resource allocationcommonlevel
- Communicationcommonlevel
- Leadershipcommonlevel
- Analytical thinkingcommonlevel
- Collaborationcommonlevel
Knowledge8
- Operational managementcommonlevel
- Continuous improvement techniquescommonlevel
- Resource managementcommonlevel
- Communication strategiescommonlevel
- Leadership principlescommonlevel
- Analytical methodscommonlevel
- Collaboration techniquescommonlevel
- Compliance standardscommonlevel
competency8
- Operational Focuscommonlevel
- Problem Solvingcommonlevel
- Continuous Improvementcommonlevel
- Resource managementcommonlevel
- Communicationcommonlevel
- Leadershipcommonlevel
- Analytical skillscommonlevel
- Collaborationcommonlevel
qualification5
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experiencecommonlevel
- Experience in logistics and operationscommonlevel
- Strong problem-solving skillscommonlevel
- Leadership experiencecommonlevel
- Proficiency in continuous improvementcommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager, Material Handling Management | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Material Handling Management Manager | common | medium0.60 | — |
| Manager, Material Handling Manager | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Material Handling Manager Manager | common | medium0.60 | — |
| Senior Supervisor / Area Manager | common | medium0.50 | — |
Classification mappingsshow ▾
O*NET / SOC
- code=13-0000title=Business & Financial Operations Occupationssource=inferred_from_superfunctionreviewStatus=needs_review