Warehouse Supervisor

Cytek Biosciences is a global leader in flow cytometry solutions, empowering scientists and clinicians with advanced instrumentation and innovative technologies that accelerate breakthroughs in life sciences, immunology, cell therapy, and beyond. Our mission is to make high-parameter cell analysis accessible to more researchers around the world-unlocking deeper biological insights and improving human health.

About Our Fremont Facility

Cytek's Fremont headquarters is home to state-of-the-art manufacturing, high-tech instrument assembly, advanced logistics operations, R&D laboratories, and collaborative cross-functional teams. This modern facility supports global distribution and is designed to enable operational excellence, streamlined supply chain performance, and a culture of continuous improvement. Joining our Fremont team means working in a dynamic, fast-growing environment where innovation, quality, and teamwork drive everything we do.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Supervisor plays a critical role in Cytek's global supply chain by leading all warehouse operations, overseeing domestic and international logistics, and ensuring import/export compliance. This leader optimizes material flow across our Fremont facility and global locations, supports on-time delivery of high-tech instruments to customers, and ensures accuracy and efficiency across every step of the warehouse process.

This role is perfect for a hands-on, process-driven logistics professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is motivated to build strong teams, improve systems, and drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Hire, train, and mentor warehouse personnel to support production schedules, meet quality standards, and achieve productivity targets.
• Provide consistent coaching and performance feedback.
• Foster a positive, transparent, and highly engaged team culture.
• Partner closely with manufacturing, planning, procurement, and global supply chain leaders.
• Align day-to-day warehouse operations with Cytek's broader Global Logistics strategy.

Operational Excellence & Compliance

• Implement and sustain standardized processes to ensure efficiency, consistency, and optimal resource use.
• Maintain full compliance with SOX controls, medical device regulations, and internal QA standards.
• Lead the daily Cycle Count Program with the goal of achieving 100% inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate annual and midyear physical inventories with internal teams and external auditors.
• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce proactive safety practices.
• Ensure real-time accuracy between physical inventory and system data (NetSuite experience preferred).

Logistics & Material Flow

• Plan, schedule, and track all domestic and international shipments to ensure cost-effective, timely delivery.
• Ensure on-time shipment of revenue instruments to meet customer expectations and support business revenue targets.
• Manage import/export compliance, customs documentation, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Select and negotiate with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners to secure the best rates and service.
• Oversee reverse logistics, including returns, repairs, and recycling.
• Strategically manage ERP orders for production and finished goods shipments.
• Identify logistics risks and develop mitigation plans to prevent delays or compliance issues.
• Support freight consolidation and transportation cost-reduction strategies.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Practices

• Lead capacity planning and workload analysis to optimize resources and improve throughput.
• Prepare and present monthly warehouse and logistics KPIs to senior leadership.
• Champion Lean practices such as Kanban, 5S, and standard work.
• Maintain compliance with clinical and ISO shipping requirements.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions for shortages or delayed shipments.
• Act as Warehouse Liaison for RFT meetings to ensure instrument quality prior to shipment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• AA or BS degree strongly preferred.
• 5-8+ years of warehouse and material flow supervision experience in manufacturing; medical device or regulated industry experience preferred.
• Proven leadership ability with a track record of building strong teams and achieving operational goals.
• Knowledge of Lean material flow practices and Kanban systems preferred.
• Strong computer skills; proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Agile preferred).
• Deep understanding of inventory control, root cause analysis, and warehouse processes.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.
• High integrity, positive attitude, and strong teamwork orientation.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands/fingers.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crawling.
• Frequent verbal communication and hearing required.
• Ability to lift/push/carry up to 50 lbs frequently; occasionally more than 50 lbs.
• Exposure to non-weather-related wet/humid conditions and frequent proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Cytek is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.