Warehouse Logistics Manager

Role Overview:

The Warehouse Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing all warehouse and logistics operations, including inventory management, receiving, storage, shipping, transportation coordination, and warehouse personnel. This role ensures products are received, stored, and distributed efficiently while maintaining safety, quality, inventory accuracy, and cost control. The Warehouse Logistics Manager drives continuous improvement initiatives to improve service levels, productivity, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Warehouse Operations

• Manage daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.

• Ensure inventory is properly stored and organized to maximize safety and efficiency.

• Develop and maintain warehouse procedures and work instructions.

• Monitor workflow and staffing requirements to meet customer and production demands.

• Ensure warehouse cleanliness and compliance with 5S standards.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct cycle counts.

• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.

• Monitor inventory levels to support production and customer requirements.

• Coordinate physical inventories and audit activities.

• Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO) practices are followed.

Logistics & Transportation

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities.

• Manage relationships with carriers, freight providers, and third-party logistics companies.

• Optimize transportation costs while maintaining service levels.

• Monitor shipping schedules and ensure on-time deliveries.

• Review freight invoices and control transportation expenses.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse supervisors and warehouse employees.

• Establish performance expectations and monitor employee productivity.

• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback.

• Identify training needs and support employee development.

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, company safety policies, and regulatory requirements.

• Promote safe forklift operations and warehouse practices.

• Conduct safety audits and corrective actions.

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, and quality programs when applicable.

Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

• Utilize KPIs and warehouse metrics to drive operational performance.

• Lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support ERP, WMS, and automation projects.

Ideal Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field preferred.

• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics management experience.

• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.

• Experience with inventory control systems, ERP systems, and warehouse management systems (WMS).

• Manufacturing, food production, or distribution environment preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and transportation logistics.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/WMS systems.

• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Supporting production through timely raw material delivery.

• Managing finished goods inventory and distribution.

• Coordinating production schedules with Operations, Planning, and Customer Service.

• Monitoring material flow to prevent production interruptions.

• Leading warehouse safety, forklift compliance, and inventory accuracy initiatives

• Lean Six Sigma Certification (black belt preferred, green required)

• CLTD certification encouraged

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Inventory Accuracy (%)

• On-Time Shipping Performance (%)

• Warehouse Labor Productivity

• Order Picking Accuracy (%)

• Freight Cost per Unit/Pallet

• Inventory Turnover

• OSHA Recordable Incident Rate

• Dock-to-Stock Cycle Time

• Warehouse Capacity Utilization

• Customer Service Level Performance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk warehouse floors for extended periods.

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to operate warehouse equipment if required.

• Work in varying warehouses and production environments.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a mission-driven food company focused on quality and innovation

• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth

• Supportive and collaborative work culture

• Commitment to sustainability, food safety, and ethical sourcing

Equal Employment Opportunity All candidates are subject to a criminal background check and standard drug screen. All offers are contingent upon favorable results. California Custom Fruits and Flavors is committed to recruiting, selecting, and developing employees based on individual ability and job performance.

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