Senior Warehouse Manager

Job Description

CookUnity is seeking a Senior Manager, Warehouse Operations for their Los Angeles facility. This role involves leading all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring operational excellence, and strategically developing systems and processes to drive scalability, efficiency, and food safety. The Senior Manager will be responsible for core functions such as receiving, inventory control, ingredient distribution, and order staging. They will also partner with Culinary, Fulfillment, Procurement, and Technology teams.Responsibilities:

• Oversee all warehouse operations at the Los Angeles facility.
• Manage a team of salaried and hourly associates and leaders.
• Serve as the WMS and ERP system lead for the LA site.
• Develop and execute warehouse layouts and inventory zoning.
• Lead a team of Supervisors and Associates, fostering a culture of accountability and safety.
• Own KPIs such as inventory accuracy and labor utilization.
• Partner with Culinary and Fulfillment to align on ingredient readiness and quality standards.
• Manage warehouse labor planning and the site’s operational budget.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with food safety protocols and warehouse safety standards.
• Provide warehouse input into S&OP and site capacity planning processes.
• Travel occasionally to support company-wide initiatives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in warehouse, inventory, or supply chain operations, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success managing warehouse teams in food production, manufacturing, or high-volume fulfillment environments.
• Strong understanding of HACCP, warehouse safety protocols, and food handling requirements.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, and MRP platforms.
• Proven ability to manage site budgets, labor plans, and operational metrics.
• Skilled in continuous improvement practices and structured problem-solving.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on leadership role.

What CookUnity offers:

• Health Insurance coverage
• PTO policy and paid sick days
• Stock Options Plan
• Eligible for bi-annual performance bonus
• Family leave: fully paid
• Compassionate Leave
• CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals
• Wellness perks: access to a nutritional coach and fitness subsidies
• Personalized Spanish coach
• 5- year Sabbatical