Warehouse Operations Manager

• 4 years of relevant experience in warehouse or logistics operations
• Proven track record of consistency, detail-orientation, and follow-through
• Strong proficiency in warehouse management systems and G-Suite
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; further education in logistics, supply chain management, or related fields preferred
• Excellent communicator: adept at keeping teams informed with clear summaries of conversations and decisions
• Detail-oriented: You’re quick to notice discrepancies and make adjustments to maintain accuracy
• Strong organizational skills: You thrive on building and optimizing efficient workflows in both professional and personal settings
• Problem-solver: Ability to think critically and adapt to changing priorities or unforeseen challenges
• Punctual and reliable: You consistently meet deadlines and manage time efficiently
• Perfectionist: Driven to ensure quality and accuracy in all aspects of your work
• Strong leadership and team coordination: You empower your team while effectively managing their individual and collective tasks
• Physically capable of lifting and moving heavy items and managing warehouse space effectively
• Able to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and responsibilities

• Located in Los Angeles, California. 
• Willing to commute to the Warehouse, future location in the valley, exact location TBD.

The Warehouse Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of warehouse management, ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations while maintaining a focus on inventory control, storage optimization, and team coordination. This role supports the company’s business in Los Angeles and collaborates closely with the Founder and Brand Manager.

Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management:

• Assist with the search for a new warehouse location and oversee the setup and optimization of the entire space. 
• Evaluating potential sites to ensure they meet operational needs, the manager works closely with the Founder & Brand Manager to select the most efficient and cost-effective facility. Once a location is secured, the Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for planning the warehouse layout (with the Founder and Brand Manager), determining storage solutions, and managing the installation of necessary equipment, such as shelving, racks, and storage containers. 
• This role ensures that the new warehouse is set up to maximize operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and support long-term growth, while also ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices.
• Oversee the daily operations of the warehouse, including storage, shipping, and receiving.
• Manage inventory processes from receiving through shipment and returns, ensuring accurate record-keeping in the warehouse management system.
• Assist with setting up the warehouse management system as we will be a new warehouse.
• Implement space optimization strategies to maximize storage capacity and maintain an organized, safe, and clean work environment.
• Develop and maintain accurate inventory logs, including tracking the condition of items and addressing any damaged or unusable inventory.
• Monitor warehouse systems to ensure the timely arrival, storage, and shipment of inventory for staging projects.
• Regularly update and maintain records on all incoming and outgoing inventory, including photos, labeling, and other required documentation.

Logistics & Coordination:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the warehouse, installation, and staging teams, ensuring smooth communication and coordination on all projects.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and moving companies to schedule and manage deliveries, pickups, and storage as needed.
• Monitor the installation schedule and adjust staffing, logistics, or inventory needs based on real-time project developments.
• Oversee the timely execution of moving, installation, and return schedules, ensuring that inventory is handled and delivered in accordance with client and project requirements.
• Handle scheduling of third-party moving companies, obtain necessary documentation (e.g., Certificates of Insurance), and ensure compliance with operational requirements.

Team Leadership & Training:

• Supervise and manage warehouse staff, including Inventory Receiving and Return Specialists, ensuring adherence to procedures and consistent execution of duties.
• Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations for warehouse team members to ensure high levels of efficiency, accuracy, and safety.
• Foster a team-oriented environment and promote accountability and ownership of tasks.
• Ensure warehouse assistants maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, both inside and outside the warehouse.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving:

• Analyze operational workflows and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and implement solutions for increasing storage space utilization, improving inventory management, and reducing logistical bottlenecks.
• Respond to evolving project needs and client feedback by adjusting warehouse plans and logistics as required.
• Develop and implement new organizational strategies or tools (e.g., vacuum sealing) to increase efficiency and streamline warehouse operations.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Ensure that warehouse operations comply with all safety regulations and best practices.
• Maintain a safe working environment by monitoring safety practices and ensuring that all equipment is in good working condition.
• Manage the warehouse security measures to protect assets.



Reporting & Documentation:

• Track the status of ordered items, warehouse inventory, and deliveries, sending regular updates to the Founder & Brand Manager.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all warehouse activities, including inventory logs, shipment tracking, and vendor interactions.