What is a stockroom supervisor and how to become one

Key steps to become a stockroom supervisor

1. Explore stockroom supervisor education requirements

   Most common stockroom supervisor degrees

   Bachelor's

   39.0 %

   High School Diploma

   27.8 %

   Associate

   23.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific stockroom supervisor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Customer Service	26.57%
   Sales Floor	22.43%
   Vans	15.13%
   Store Operations	11.08%
   Loss Prevention	11.05%

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3. Complete relevant stockroom supervisor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New stockroom supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a stockroom supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real stockroom supervisor resumes.

4. Research stockroom supervisor duties and responsibilities

   • Manage assembly logistics and supervise a team of four employees.
   • Manage MRP integrity and production planning activities.
   • Manage productivity reports for all employees and ensure accurate inventory levels through WMS computer warehousing systems and maintain all receiving billing.
   • Assist with the changeover and implementation of new manufacturing ERP software system.

5. Apply for stockroom supervisor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a stockroom supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams