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Logistics Manager- Berkeley Culinary Center

Berkely, IL, USA

Requisition Number

13908

Location

Berkely Il

Job Description

Warehouse Logistics Manager – Drive Purpose with Precision!

Foodservice Distribution & Logistics

Are you a logistics professional who’s passionate about people, processes, and purpose? Join our team as a Warehouse Logistics Manager and take charge of a critical operation that ensures smart, safe, and seamless supply chain execution.

What You’ll Do:

+ Lead and manage warehouse and distribution operations to support foodservice delivery

+ Oversee daily functions including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, and dispatch

+ Ensure compliance with food safety standards, storage regulations, and specific protocols

+ Collaborate with procurement and culinary teams to maintain accurate stock levels and product quality

+ Analyze logistics performance metrics and drive continuous improvement

+ Hire, train, and inspire warehouse staff to uphold safety, efficiency, and teamwork

+ Maintain documentation and compliance with OSHA, FDA, and HIPAA standards

We’re Looking For:

+ 3–5 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or supply chain management (foodservice a plus)

+ Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills

+ Experience with inventory systems, WMS/ERP platforms, and logistics software

+ Knowledge of food storage and safety regulations

+ Ability to lead a diverse team with clarity, accountability, and purpose

+ OSHA and/or ServSafe certification preferred (or ability to obtain)

Why Join Us?

+ Competitive salary

+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance

+ Paid time off and 401(k)

+ Stable, mission-focused environment

+ Be a behind-the-scenes hero in delivering care through safe, timely food distribution

About Us:

At Whitsons, logistics isn’t just about moving boxes—it’s about delivering care. As our Warehouse Logistics Manager, you’ll play a vital role in making sure that meals that are fresh, safe, and on time. Your leadership will keep the system—one delivery at a time.

Salary 80K

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

Education :

+ Associate degree required

+ Bachelor’s degree preferred

Certifications :

+ HACCP certification

+ Food Safety

+ Forklift Certification

Computer Skills :

+ Proficient with all computer applications

+ Knowledge of warehouse management systems; inventory control

Other Qualifications, Experience :

+ 1 year management experience

Required Competencies:

+ Communication

+ Effectively write, present and transfer ideas and information for the advancement of individual and company performance.

+ Customer Focus

+ Act in the best interest of the customer, both internal and external.

+ Innovation

+ Create new ideas , processes or products which when implemented lead to positive effective change.

+ Organization Leadership

+ Apply strategic thinking, prioritization and decision-making to drive results.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required Sit, walk, talk and hear

+ Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.

+ Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Lifting while turning side to side is sometimes necessary.

+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Position sometimes requires extended hours including evenings and/or weekends, travel to multiple work sites and occasional out-of-state travel .

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

+ The work is performed primarily in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

+ The work is performed secondarily in a manufacturing and warehouse environment, specifically the packing and warehousing areas. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud .

+ Standing portion of the workday is required .

+ Work requires movement in and out of storerooms , near heavy machinery and freezers

+ Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work and duties that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position , and Whitsons reserves the right to add additional duties or modify existing duties .

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Whitsons and team member and is subject to change by Whitsons as the needs of Whitsons and requirements of the job change.

Work Schedule

Monday thru Friday 7am-4pm

Supervisor

David j Smith

Salary Target

80K