Distribution Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

The Distribution Supervisor is responsible for the afternoon and evening operation of Kane Distributing’s warehouse. This hands-on role supports the delivery team, receives incoming transfers, maintains inventory accuracy and prepares the warehouse for the next days deliveries. Working with the Warehouse Associate and Delivery drivers, the Distribution Supervisor helps to make sure the warehouse is organized, safe and prepared for the following day. Whether receiving product, covering a delivery route, or staging the next day’s orders, this role leads by example and helps protect Kane Brewing’s commitment to quality and freshness.

This position reports to the Director of Sales and Distribution.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (hours may vary based on business needs)

Key Responsibilities:

Team

• Manage and support the warehouse associate and delivery drivers to keep operations running efficiently.
• Recurring Warehouse and Delivery driver meetings to review priorities, safety and updates.
• Schedule and coordinate daily staffing and provide hands-on support during vacations, holidays and other coverage needs.
• Serve as back up Warehouse Associate or Delivery driver during vacations, call outs and busy periods.
• Maintain a positive, accountable and team-oriented work environment.

Warehouse Operations

• Support daily warehouse and delivery execution to ensure every order is accurate, complete and delivered on time.
• Review routes, delivery schedules and staffing daily to maximize efficiency while maintaining customer service standards.
• Prepare routes and loading priorities for the next morning.
• Organize, stock and maintain the warehouse to support efficient daily operations.
• Receive, verify and organize incoming transfers each afternoon.
• Process returns and organize empty kegs.
• Ensure the warehouse is clean, organized and ready before the end of each shift so the morning team can begin loading immediately.

Inventory

• Maintain accurate inventory through daily reconciliation, cycle counts and routine inventory checks.
• Ensure product is properly rotated (First in First out), organized and stored to protect quality and freshness.
• Monitor breakage, damaged product and aging inventory, taking corrective action when needed.
• Protect product quality through proper handling, storage and cold chain practices.

Fleet, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a clean, organized and safe warehouse environment.
• Coordinate, maintain and schedule preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs for the delivery fleet.
• Maintain vehicle registrations, licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain warehouse equipment in safe working condition.
• Promote safe lifting, equipment operation and proper product handling throughout the Distribution process.

Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements:

• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Communicate efficiently with team and customers
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment

Requirements:

• Clean driving record
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
• Lift 55 lbs and move 165 lbs
• Previous distribution and warehouse experience
• Basic computer skills
• Flexible schedule
• Interest in craft beer

Kane Brewing Company is an award-winning production brewery located in Ocean Township, NJ. Kane Brewing and its sister company, Kane Distributing, have been developing and delivering innovative products of the highest quality since 2011.

Company Description

Kane Brewing Company is an award-winning production brewery located in Ocean Township, NJ. Kane Brewing and its sister company, Kane Distributing, have been developing and delivering innovative products of the highest quality since 2011.