Supervisor, Logistics - Data Center Operations
x.ai, Memphis, TN, United States
Supervisor, Logistics - Data Center Operations
Memphis, TN
ABOUT xAI
xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands‑on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills and to be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role will involve the supervision of a team of hourly employees operating within xAI’s logistics organization. Our goal is to become a leader in logistics performance with high inventory efficiency/accuracy and industry‑leading customer service while maintaining a safe work environment that utilizes the latest in applicable technologies. This supervisor will also be responsible for leading and driving continuous improvement throughout all aspects of their operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage an hourly workforce by assessing employee performance, providing positive/constructive feedback, facilitating conflict resolution, and addressing repeat issues with corrective actions, performance improvement plans or through disciplinary means
Lead by setting an example, taking feedback from all levels of the organization, and motivating the team to achieve the highest level of results
Monitor and improve operations, ensuring a safe work environment with the goal of zero OSHA recordable annually
Manage the incoming acceptance, storing, and issuing of a wide variety of parts, details, and hardware into inventory
Manage operations that provide industry‑leading levels of customer service: recognize the needs of the business and adapt to support the mission
Lead cost‑saving opportunities, identifying internal/external cost reductions and optimization opportunities
Ensure cycle counting procedures are routinely followed to meet internal and external audit requirements
Develop and maintain the appropriate service routes and material replenishments to deliver material to internal customers at agreed service levels
Supervise the local shipping and receiving operation; coordinate movements into and out of the local facility, along with critical point‑to‑point movements outside the local facility
Drive projects and changes that contribute to logistics ongoing improvement
Ensure procedures are routinely followed for shelf‑life storage and maintaining proper rotation of stock and FIFO
Ensure the appropriate environmental controls are continuously effective, depending on material requirements
Actively monitor and grow the workforce, ensuring team members are challenged and performing at the expected standards
Monitor and approve employee time‑keeping records
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing; or 4+ years of professional experience in the same fields in lieu of a degree
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
5+ years of experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP)/inventory management software
Experience working with material requirements planning (MRP) systems
5+ years of leadership experience within materials management
Experience using WarpDrive
Completion of a leadership or rotational development program
APICS certification – CPIM or CSCP
Ability to operate forklift equipment
Excellent communication and team‑building skills
Organized and self‑driven, capable of working independently with little direction
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment
Experience within an aerospace, aviation, or automotive manufacturing environment
Strong experience with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work in a high‑stress environment
Strong response to challenges posed by short deadlines
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting up to 25 lbs. (unassisted); standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be willing to travel to other sites, as required (up to 25%)
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when necessary; flexibility required
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Memphis, TN
ABOUT xAI
xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands‑on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills and to be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role will involve the supervision of a team of hourly employees operating within xAI’s logistics organization. Our goal is to become a leader in logistics performance with high inventory efficiency/accuracy and industry‑leading customer service while maintaining a safe work environment that utilizes the latest in applicable technologies. This supervisor will also be responsible for leading and driving continuous improvement throughout all aspects of their operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage an hourly workforce by assessing employee performance, providing positive/constructive feedback, facilitating conflict resolution, and addressing repeat issues with corrective actions, performance improvement plans or through disciplinary means
Lead by setting an example, taking feedback from all levels of the organization, and motivating the team to achieve the highest level of results
Monitor and improve operations, ensuring a safe work environment with the goal of zero OSHA recordable annually
Manage the incoming acceptance, storing, and issuing of a wide variety of parts, details, and hardware into inventory
Manage operations that provide industry‑leading levels of customer service: recognize the needs of the business and adapt to support the mission
Lead cost‑saving opportunities, identifying internal/external cost reductions and optimization opportunities
Ensure cycle counting procedures are routinely followed to meet internal and external audit requirements
Develop and maintain the appropriate service routes and material replenishments to deliver material to internal customers at agreed service levels
Supervise the local shipping and receiving operation; coordinate movements into and out of the local facility, along with critical point‑to‑point movements outside the local facility
Drive projects and changes that contribute to logistics ongoing improvement
Ensure procedures are routinely followed for shelf‑life storage and maintaining proper rotation of stock and FIFO
Ensure the appropriate environmental controls are continuously effective, depending on material requirements
Actively monitor and grow the workforce, ensuring team members are challenged and performing at the expected standards
Monitor and approve employee time‑keeping records
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing; or 4+ years of professional experience in the same fields in lieu of a degree
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
5+ years of experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP)/inventory management software
Experience working with material requirements planning (MRP) systems
5+ years of leadership experience within materials management
Experience using WarpDrive
Completion of a leadership or rotational development program
APICS certification – CPIM or CSCP
Ability to operate forklift equipment
Excellent communication and team‑building skills
Organized and self‑driven, capable of working independently with little direction
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment
Experience within an aerospace, aviation, or automotive manufacturing environment
Strong experience with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work in a high‑stress environment
Strong response to challenges posed by short deadlines
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting up to 25 lbs. (unassisted); standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be willing to travel to other sites, as required (up to 25%)
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when necessary; flexibility required
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