Warehouse Supervisor Jobs in Kentucky
Warehouse Supervisor jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in logistics, food and beverage processing, automotive parts distribution, and e-commerce fulfillment, with openings at every level from front-line team leader to multi-shift operations supervisor. Louisville, Lexington, and the Greater Cincinnati border region anchor most of the hiring, where employers like Amazon, UPS, and Toyota's distribution operations maintain large, ongoing warehouse workforces. The most consistent openings are in inventory control supervision, inbound and outbound operations leadership, and safety compliance oversight. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Summary
The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for all areas of warehousing and provides leadership to the warehouse team. This role maintains inventory controls by performing daily cycle counting and inventory control activities related to the movement of materials throughout the warehouse.
Scope and Complexity
- Provides guidance to individual contributor subordinates within the latitude of established
company policies. - Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate
organization(s). - Can make staffing (hire/fire) decisions within budget and writes performance reviews
and makes salary decisions. - Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data
requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. - Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
- Acts as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
- Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities.
Essential Functions
- Develop and implement effective warehousing, logistics and inventory management programs.
- Develop, monitor, and publish KPI metrics for warehouse performance. Analyze and report on variances, with appropriate corrective action plans.
- Manage all day-to-day warehouse activities, including warehouse team and inventory accuracy initiatives.
- Train and mentor warehouse personnel.
- Coordinate with factory team and corporate departments to facilitate communication throughout the company.
- Maintain a safe warehouse environment.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.
Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through mutual trust
and respect; personal accountability and integrity; desire for growth and learning opportunities; teamwork;
positive, honest and effective communication and professional interactions with co-workers, supervisors,
customers and partners.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- One (1) year experience working in a warehouse role.
Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of ERP Systems.
- Advanced understanding of warehouse operations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to comply with all safety requirement as well as company policies and procedures.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Strong attention to detail.
Competencies
- Action Oriented Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
- Resourcefulness Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
- Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Situational Adaptability Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Physical Work Environment
Manufacturing & Warehouse Environment: Duties are performed in large open warehouse environments with frequent noise and vibration. May be exposed to occasional temperature fluctuations, humidity, hazards such as moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, and atmospherics
conditions.
Benefits
- Subsidized On-site Vending
- Free Shoe Program
- KEEN Employee & Family Discount Program
- 401k retirement savings program with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Outdoor Industry discounts
Why Work at KEEN: Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that's on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place. Learn more about what we're doing for a better planet here.
At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples. KEEN is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
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What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in warehouse supervisor jobs across Kentucky.
- Two to five years of warehouse, distribution, or fulfillment center supervisory experience required
- Demonstrated ability to lead hourly teams of fifteen or more associates across multiple shifts
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP, Oracle WMS, or Manhattan
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred or required by most Kentucky distribution employers
- High school diploma required, associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain or logistics preferred
- Experience with KPI tracking, productivity reporting, and continuous improvement methods like Lean or 5S
Warehouse Supervisor Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a warehouse supervisor in Kentucky?
Kentucky does not require a state-issued license to work as a warehouse supervisor, so the path runs through experience and credentials rather than a licensing board. Most Kentucky employers promote from within or hire candidates who have worked as a team lead, shift lead, or logistics associate. An OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 card strengthens any application, and an associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or logistics from a Kentucky community college or university is increasingly expected at larger distribution operations.
Which companies hire warehouse supervisors in Kentucky?
Kentucky warehouse supervisor roles are posted by Dollar General, Levy, and Cencora and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Kentucky's dense mix of automotive, logistics, and e-commerce employers means demand is spread across both major metros and smaller industrial corridors like Elizabethtown and Bowling Green.
Which Kentucky cities have the most warehouse supervisor jobs?
Louisville, Hebron, and Lexington have the most warehouse supervisor openings in Kentucky. Louisville drives the largest share of postings because of its position as a national UPS air hub and its concentration of Amazon fulfillment centers, food distribution operations, and automotive parts suppliers, while Lexington and the Northern Kentucky border region add volume through healthcare logistics and cross-border distribution activity tied to Greater Cincinnati.
Are there remote warehouse supervisor jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of warehouse supervisor openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the hands-on, floor-based nature of the role. The portions of the job most likely to be handled off-site are scheduling, reporting, and vendor coordination, while direct team supervision and safety oversight require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a warehouse supervisor in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a warehouse associate or team lead role at a large Kentucky distribution operation and moving into supervision from within. Amazon's Kentucky fulfillment centers in Louisville and Elizabethtown run structured Area Manager and process assistant programs that bring in candidates with limited direct experience. UPS and Toyota logistics operations in the state also promote from hourly roles. Earning an OSHA 10 certificate and completing a supply chain certificate program through a Kentucky community college like Jefferson Community and Technical College gives candidates a concrete edge when applying for first-time supervisor openings.
Where can I find and apply to warehouse supervisor jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to warehouse supervisor jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings. Search for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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