Logistics supervisor
Logistics supervisor role
As a Logistics Supervisor, you can expect a full-time role with either a permanent contract or interim assignment, depending on the client’s needs. Most positions are based in warehouse or transport environments with early, late, or rotating shift schedules. You’ll lead daily operations on the floor and serve as the first point of contact for your team.
Salary, Contract & Conditions
- Permanent: €3,000 – €4,200 gross per month (depending on experience and shift structure)
Interim: €45 – €65 per hour (freelance or via payroll)
Additional conditions
- Shift allowance where applicable
- Travel expenses reimbursement or company transport
- Pension scheme (for permanent roles)
- Opportunities for bonus or performance-based rewards
- Access to training in leadership and warehouse systems
Skills & Competencies
Operational Control & Execution
- Shift leadership: ensure productivity, safety, and team presence across daily operations
- Workflow management: monitor material flow, order progress, and exceptions in real time
- KPI awareness: track team performance and proactively address bottlenecks
People Management & Safety Culture
- Team coaching: guide warehouse employees and temporary workers during shifts
- Conflict handling: resolve work floor tensions quickly and professionally
- Safety leadership: enforce protocols and act on near misses or incidents
Process Discipline & System Use
- WMS experience: oversee orders, stock levels and scanning processes in warehouse software
- Process improvement: spot inefficiencies and propose quick wins
- Reporting: document shift handovers and contribute to continuous improvement
What does a Logistics Supervisor do?
A Day in the Life of a Logistics Supervisor
05:30 – You arrive at the warehouse just before the morning shift starts. After a brief handover from the night supervisor, you check team attendance and run through today’s targets. Two new temps are on the roster: time for a quick briefing.
06:15 – You walk the floor to verify safety and process readiness. A staging zone looks cluttered, so you redirect a few pickers and adjust the layout slightly. Already you’ve prevented a delay.
07:30 – A call comes in from inbound: a supplier arrived unscheduled. You step in to reassign a forklift and coordinate dock space, keeping disruption to a minimum.
09:00 – Back at your desk, you update the shift dashboard and review KPIs from the past two days. Pick accuracy is dropping slightly. You plan a short training for the late shift to reinforce scanning procedures.
12:00 – You join the daily meeting with operations and planning. A spike in outbound orders is expected next week. You suggest extra coverage and share your team’s overtime availability.
14:30 – The afternoon shift starts. You hand off task lists and check inventory levels with the team lead. A new forklift driver needs guidance, you step in and walk the route together.
15:30 – You wrap up the day by logging shift performance and safety notes, and preparing the handover for the evening supervisor. You leave knowing your team stayed on track, safe, and motivated.
Is this your next logistics job?
Do you thrive in dynamic environments where no two hours are the same? Do you enjoy leading people, solving real-time problems, and making sure every pallet, person, and process is in sync? As a Logistics Supervisor, you’re the engine behind the warehouse floor.
You balance planning with improvisation, people with performance, and speed with safety. Your decisions make the difference between delay and delivery.
If you’re someone who likes structure, but can think on your feet, this role might be your perfect match.
Education & Career Development
Most Logistics Supervisors grow into the role through a combination of hands-on experience and targeted vocational or technical education. The ability to lead teams, enforce safety, and manage shifting priorities is often more valuable than academic theory: but a solid foundation still matters.
Education & experience:
- MBO+ or HBO degree in Logistics, Operations Management or a related field
- 2–5 years of experience in a warehouse, distribution or transport environment
- Familiarity with WMS systems, basic Excel reporting, and shift planning
- Safety certifications such as VCA, forklift license or BHV are a plus
Development opportunities:
- Grow into roles like Operations Manager, Planning Coordinator or Process Lead
- Step into improvement projects or take the lead during warehouse audits
- Follow internal training in areas like team leadership, Lean basics or digital tools
- Work your way toward more strategic roles with broader responsibilities
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Logistics supervisor FAQ
What are the primary responsibilities of a Supervisor in leading their team?
A Supervisor is primarily responsible for guiding daily operations, assigning tasks, providing clear instructions, and monitoring team performance to ensure goals are met efficiently.
How does a Supervisor effectively manage team performance and provide feedback?
By conducting regular check-ins, performing constructive performance reviews, and offering timely, specific feedback to help employees improve and develop their skills.
What role does a Supervisor play in resolving conflicts within the team?
A Supervisor acts as a mediator, facilitating open communication between parties to understand different perspectives and find a mutually acceptable resolution.
What are the most important qualities of an effective Supervisor?
Strong communication, empathy, decisiveness, and the ability to motivate and develop team members are the most crucial qualities for an effective Supervisor.
How does N&J Connect support a Supervisor in finding suitable candidates for open vacancies
N&J Connect provides access to a targeted pool of candidates, advanced filtering tools for specific skills, and streamlined communication features to efficiently identify and contact the most qualified applicants.
