The Wildlife Nutrition Warehouse Manager leads the diverse daily operations at the San Diego Zoo or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, associated with the cost-efficient purchasing, storage, preparation and dispersal of wildlife feeds, compliant with industry standards and regulations. They support strategic initiatives, and multi-year planning for Wildlife Nutrition and San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA). This position reports to the Director of Wildlife Nutrition.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Responsible for oversight of Wildlife Nutrition staff including, but not limited to, interviewing, hiring, training and performance management.
- Establish and continuously improve warehouse practices and protocols to achieve a safe and efficient warehouse that meets all industry standards and regulations.
- Monitor workplace performance, including ensuring the safe use of warehouse equipment and developing growth in employees.
- Exercise fiscal responsibility by adhering to budget and recommending variances as needed.
- Maintain an adequate supply of foodstuffs by conducting inventories and placing and receiving orders.
- Set warehouse and team goals in collaboration with executive management and other team leads.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented leader with a strong background in warehouse operations, preferably within the food, animal care, restaurant, or purchasing industries.
- The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in managing teams, optimizing logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety and biosecurity standards.
- A passion for wildlife care, combined with a strategic mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, is essential.
- Strong communication skills, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture are key to success in this role.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Two years or more of related experience in a supervisory position preferably related to the food/animal, warehouse, or purchasing industries.
- Three years or more of experience in an AZA-accredited zoo commissary or warehouse operations is highly desirable.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Associates degree or 60 credits towards a Bachelor's degree in animal science, zoology, logistics, supply chain management or business administrations required.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university degree in animal science, zoology, logistics, supply chain management or business administration preferred.
- Current valid California Driver’s License required
- ServSafe Certified within 30 days
- Certified in the operation of forklifts, electric pallet jacks within 60 days
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Thorough knowledge of procedures required to manage and control animal feed through the ordering, receiving, quality control, storage, preparing, issue, and/or delivery.
- Understanding and implementation of safety and security practices
- Understanding and implementation of bio-security policies and procedures regarding zoonotic disease
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office, human resource information systems, automated inventory control, purchasing and financial systems
- Ability to operate forklift, electric pallet jacks, vertical and horizontal stackers and other MHE equipment
- Ability to identify and seize opportunities as they arise, anticipate future consequences, and take action when needed.
- Ability to work effectively and maintain composure in a fast paced environment managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
- Ability to lead through direction and development of others.
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively, plan, and remain organized.
- Ability to build and work with effective, diverse teams.
- Ability to apply critical thinking in problem solving and decision making.
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
Salary
- Salary Range: $78,400 to $86,680
