Storeroom Supervisor

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Hawesville, (Kentucky, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Storeroom Supervisor. This job is full-time permanent.

Storeroom Supervisor

Position Summary

The Storeroom Supervisor reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and plays a critical role in supporting safe, efficient, and reliable mill operations. This is an exempt position responsible for supervising up to five (5) employees within the hourly unionized workforce.

A strong commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement is essential for success in this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Storeroom & Inventory Management

• Manage all functions related to the receipt, storage, issuance, and tracking of maintenance parts, tools, materials, and operating supplies within the mill storeroom.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through proper documentation, cycle counting, and inventory control procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities to maintain operational readiness while minimizing excess inventory.
• Maintain organized storeroom conditions that support efficient retrieval, safe handling, and proper storage of materials.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are accurately entered and maintained within SAP.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to standardize materials and commodities where appropriate.
• Adjust inventory target levels based on historical usage, criticality, and risk while maintaining appropriate inventory levels to support mill operations.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for storeroom and inventory activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and ethical business practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, maintenance reliability, and procurement operations.

Supervision

• Supervise storeroom and receiving personnel to ensure all parts, materials, and supplies are properly received, stored, and accurately inventoried. 
• Manage the hourly storeroom workforce, including scheduling, payroll, vacation planning, attendance, and performance management.
•  Fulfill all safety leadership responsibilities associated with managing the storeroom team.
• Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to support employee growth and operational excellence.

Education

• Bachelor's degree; or

• Associate degree with a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience and knowledge of storeroom operations; or
• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant work and supervisory experience.
• Associate degree or technical training in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Proven experience in inventory management, storeroom operations, or materials coordination within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with maintenance repair operations (MRO) inventory preferred.
• Experience coordinating repairable inventory and vendor relationships preferred.
• Experience supervising employees in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in SAP or other enterprise inventory management systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to interpret equipment data, parts specifications, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with inventory control methods, purchasing procedures, and material tracking systems.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective negotiation and supplier relationship management abilities.
• Active listening skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build positive relationships with internal departments, leadership teams, suppliers, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in fast-paced operational environments.

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Behavioral Competencies

Adaptability

• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness to changing operational priorities and business needs.

Problem-Solving

• Uses analytical thinking, logic, and creativity to identify and resolve operational challenges.

Emotional Intelligence

• Maintains professionalism, self-awareness, and effective working relationships in collaborative environments.

Work Ethic

• Dependable, self-motivated, organized, and committed to achieving results.

Conflict Resolution

• Handles disagreements professionally and works toward constructive solutions.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Works cooperatively with cross-functional teams, suppliers and supports shared organizational goals.
• Share best practices and collaborates with individuals in similar roles across multiple locations.

Safety & Compliance Expectations

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices at all times.
• Follow all mill safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Model company ethics, integrity, and professional conduct in all business interactions.

Working Conditions

• Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, temperature variations, and production activities.
• Combination of office-based administrative work and active storeroom/plant floor responsibilities.
• May require occasional lifting, walking, standing, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• May require occasional overtime or support during outages and maintenance shutdowns.

Key Success Factors

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong inventory accuracy and organizational capabilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Effective coordination across multiple departments
• Strong vendor management and communication skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency
• Safety-focused mindset and professional integrity

If you would like to apply for this position, please apply at https://jobs.domtar.com.

As a professional courtesy, internal candidates are encouraged to notify their immediate supervisor when applying for this position.

This is a safety sensitive position.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.  

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