Logistics and Warehouse Manager (Emergency)

CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to build sustained, community-based response programs to natural disasters. In response to the southern California wildfire, CORE provides free Non-Food Items (NFI) to the victims, Logistical Support to local government, Cash assistance, and many other critical services. This is accomplished through maintaining strategic partnerships with local health agencies and community-based organizations to reach high-risk populations in vulnerable areas. 

CORE is actively seeking an experienced Warehouse and Logistics Manager to oversee all aspects of CORE California’s warehousing and inventory systems. This role reports to the Sr. Director of Global Procurement and Logistics. The responsibilities for this role encompass the management and execution of Warehousing Standards and Procedures, which involves the utilization of associated tools such as adhering to reporting requirements, overseeing inventory management systems, optimizing warehouse layout, and handling the reception and distribution of goods and materials. 

• Oversee all aspects of warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and distribution of goods. 
• Strategically optimize warehouse layout and space utilization, including shelving, racking, and binning systems, while ensuring accessibility and safety standards are met.
• Track, control, and meticulously organize inventory levels to ensure accuracy. 
• Conduct regular audits to verify inventory accuracy and take corrective actions when discrepancies arise. 
• Promptly address and resolve any inventory-related issues or complaints. 
• Schedule and coordinate inventory transportation to operational sites. 
• Collaborate with other departments, such as IT, Programs and National Logistics, to meet specific requirements for order fulfillment. 
• Hire, train and supervise personnel, include a logistics associate and warehouse personnel 
• Assign tasks, set performance expectations, and monitor team performance of direct reports 
• Enforce comprehensive safety policies and procedures within the warehouse to maintain a secure working environment 
• Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements 
• Provide logistical support and coordination for emergency response operations, ensuring timely deployment of resources and supplies to disaster-affected areas. 
• Warehouse Safety: Implementing and enforcing safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment. Conducting regular safety inspections, providing training to warehouse staff on safe operating practices, and addressing any potential hazards or incidents promptly. 
• Compliance and Regulations: Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, such as health and safety standards, labor laws, and industry-specific requirements. Staying updated on regulatory changes and implementing necessary measures to maintain compliance. 
• Work closely with CORE’s Global Logistics Managers to implement CORE’s warehouse management systems 
• Work closely with CORE’s Global Procurement Manager to support procurement activities 

• DirectReports: 2 

• Indirect Reports: Warehouse staff, Logistics Associate, Warehouse Supervisor 

• Travel: Not required, optional for disaster responses

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, supply chain management, logistics or related field 

• Language: Proficiency in English is necessary 

• At least 2 years of experience in Warehouse/Inventory Management or related field 
• At least 1 year of Supervisory Experience required 
• Experience creating warehousing and inventory plans and SOPs. 

• Ability to make quick decisions in emergencies or when rapid response is needed. 
• Required to have a valid/unexpired driver’s license and ability to drive CORE’s vehicles for work purposes. 
• At least 25 years old, or have a valid driver’s license for 7years 
• Available Full-Time, 40 hours a week 
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff 
• Comfortable lifting up to50pounds of inventory materials 
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills 
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong multi-tasking project management ability 
• Able to manage time effectively 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Clear pre-employment background check requirements, including local, state, and national criminal records checks, sex offender registries, employment, education verifications and child abuse registry check (if required by state regulations) are required post job offer and prior to employment.

Safeguarding

CORE is committed to keeping children and vulnerable individuals safe and has a Zero Tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse. Every CORE employee, consultant and volunteer is bound by CORE’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy. By applying for this position, an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s safeguarding, sexual misconduct, (child) sexual exploitation and abuse, or human trafficking policy.

Salary : $78,000