Supervisor, Warehousing and Distribution (Chicago)

American Airlines
Chicago, IL

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

  • This job is a member of the Warehousing and Distribution leadership team.
  • Responsible for supervisng a unionized workforce’s daily operation of Technical Operations Supply Chain operation of aircraft parts and tooling, to include, shipping, receiving, inventorying and movement of company materials. This also includes the supervision of all Stores personnel assigned to the operation.
  • Annual Salary range: $64,000.00 to $99,500.00

What you'll do

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

  • Supervises and assigns job responsibilities to the front line team in one or more occupations
  • Coordinates with TechOps and Supply Chain partners on status of material requests
  • Manages all Administrative duties within the Supply department
  • Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations
  • Recommends or initiates personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges and disciplinary measures
  • Maintains time and attendance records as well as personnel files and performance records
  • Maintains audit compliance
  • Maintains warehouse and supply locations assigned; maintain an efficient and orderly workforce/operation
  • Leads regularly scheduled crew briefings to communicate to team members department Policy and Procedural changes

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

  • High School diploma or GED equivalency
  • 3 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Logistics or equivalent experience/training
  • Previous supervisory experience
  • Extensive Supply Chain or Logistics experience

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

  • Extensive Supply Chain experience in Automotive, Aviation, or Electrical Industries
  • Knowledge of applicable computer systems used by frontline members
  • Knowledge of how to find, read, and understand FAR's and how best to apply them to the line supply organization
  • Ability to quickly grasp various Collective Bargaining Agreement language and interpret it then apply the language to various situations
  • Knowledge of shipping limitations or the ability to quickly find these limitations as outlined in the IATA and 49 CFR
  • Must be able to walk extensively between Hangars
  • Must posess a current and valid driver's license
  • Must be able to work all shifts, 24/7, including holidays
  • Some travel required
  • Must be willing to work extended hours based on operational needs

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
Posted 2026-05-10

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