Warehouse Operations Manager

CookUnity•Chicago, IL

17d

About The Position

As a Warehouse Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the internal supply chain functions of our Facility. You will play a vital role in ensuring the day-to-day success of the operation across all functions of the day-to-day business at CookUnity. You'll be a team leader, driving efficiency, accuracy, and a positive workplace culture across a team of hardworking warehouse Supervisors and Associates This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to take ownership inventory accuracy and excellent customer service to internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, managing receiving, shipping, inventory and/or warehousing functions in a manufacturing or wholesale distribution facility (food industry preferred).
Minimum of 3 years of people management experience
Strong understanding of HACCP and OSHA guidelines
Experience in food procurement and extensive food knowledge
Experience in inventory management
Expert understanding of supply chain or inventory control software (ERP, MRP, WMS platforms such as SAP, NetSuite, Infor, etc.)
Highly organized, detail-oriented
Understanding of food safety and quality standards
Ability to promote professional growth and development of the entire Marketplace team.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate and understand Spanish is preferred.
Ability to travel 5-10% as needed to support other locations

Responsibilities

Manage accuracy and compliance of the ingredient and packaging receiving practices to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
Review site layouts to develop optimal storage and handling of ingredients and packaging
Focus on the “Distribution Model” deployment across all categories (Protein, Produce, Dairy, Dry Goods and Packaging) and Marketplaces
Develop and ensure ongoing compliance with process for checking incoming shipments versus invoices and order sheets.
Train and develop team members to ensure that they have the skills and resources required to successfully manage and handle all operational needs.
Focus on continuous improvement across core functions including but not limited to: receiving, inventory counting, purchasing, quality assurance, ingredient distribution and food safety compliance (HACCP).
Create and establish a food safety MOVEMENT! Implementing and complying with best in class handling, receiving and distribution practices by collaborating with our Food Safety Team.
Continuous oversight of inventory to ensure optimal levels of product
Aid in development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to help ensure Marketplace functions are operating at highest efficiency levels
Maintain excellent relationships with our chef partners and work hand in hand with other departments across the CookUnity organization.
Understanding of Profit and Loss (P&L) statements, variance reports and KPI metrics
Oversight of scheduling for the Marketplace team, according to labor budget.
Any other marketplace tasks based on business needs.

Benefits

🩺 Health Insurance coverage
⛱ PTO policy and paid sick days
📈 We grow, you grow: Stock Options Plan granted on Day 1.
🌟 Eligible for bi-annual performance bonus
🐣 Family leave fully paid
🕯 Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arises
🥘 A generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals, added to your account, monthly
🧘🏽‍♀️ Wellness perks: access to fitness subsidies to build a healthy lifestyle
👩🏾‍🏫 Personalized Spanish coach
🌟 Awesome opportunity to join a company that is looking to change how we eat and how chefs work!
🗓️ 5- year Sabbatical: After 5 years with CookUnity, you get a 4-week paid sabbatical