Company: Farm to People
Location: 1100 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Schedule: Sunday to Thursday
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Salary: $70,000 (with bonus potential)
Company Description
Farm to People is a fast growing online farmers market grocery delivery service operating out of NYC. Our mission is to deliver fresh, high-quality food directly to customers' doors, making it easier and more convenient for people to access the best in local and organic produce, meat, seafood, and prepared meals.
Position Summary
Farm to People is seeking a detail-oriented and energetic Warehouse Manager to lead all aspects of warehouse operations.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership and Operational Management
- Oversee warehouse operations, including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
- Manage warehouse employees (team of 30+). Motivate and coach team members to ensure operation is always running at peak efficiency, and meeting production targets.
- Monitor employee schedule and performance to meet labor budget targets.
- Lead the hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Implement and enforce disciplinary actions as needed, ensuring proper documentation.
- Maintain and improve the Warehouse Operations Manual, ensuring all operational SOPs are up to date.
Quality Control
- Work towards reducing errors and maintaining a 1% error rate target while ensuring the labor budget remains on target.
- Proactively address and correct inventory and quality control issues, including counts and labeling.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to address quality and inventory concerns.
- Enforce food safety standards and cleanliness throughout the warehouse.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, Department of Agriculture and Markets, and internal safety policies.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in warehouse management or a similar leadership role (2+ years).
- Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team effectively.
- Strong understanding of inventory management, logistics, and warehouse operations.
- Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
- Comfortable working early morning hours with flexibility as needed.
If you're an energetic results-driven leader with a passion for operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our Farm to People family.
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter.