Warehouse Coordinator

Location: Atlanta, GA

‍Reports to: Value Chain Manager

‍Department: Supply Chain Team

‍Classification: Full-Time (35-40 hours per week; set schedule; W2)

‍Salary Range: $24-28/hr (plus PTO, Sick leave, 401k)

‍About Retaaza

Retaaza is a woman-owned B Corp and social enterprise that strives to make local food more accessible and affordable, directly supports our communities’ farmers, reconnects consumers to their food, and feeds families struggling with food insecurity. We are building robust relationships with local farmers, community organizations, local businesses, and individuals to create a nimble, streamlined approach that is making a measurable impact economically, socially, and environmentally across our communities.

Job Description

The Warehouse Coordinator plays a central role in Retaaza's supply chain operations, overseeing the flow of local farm products and value added goods from receiving through delivery. This position coordinates the daily receiving, sorting, and packing of goods sourced, manages inventory accuracy and organization, and serves as a key point of contact for vendors throughout the fulfillment process. The Warehouse Coordinator will serve as the back up delivery driver and will periodically deliver local produce to customers across the metro Atlanta area via Retaaza vehicles.

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This role requires strong attention to detail and a hands-on, problem-solving approach to ensure customers consistently receive fresh, high-quality products. The Warehouse Coordinator will help bring structure and consistency to warehouse operations — from inventory systems to receiving procedures — while remaining actively involved in the physical work of the warehouse floor. This position is based out of our warehouse on the Westside of Atlanta.

Retaaza Team Members Are

• Entrepreneurial – they take initiative and are comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change
• Adept at turning unstructured problems into well-defined plans
• Mission-oriented
• Willing to learn and ask questions
• Willing to pitch in and roll up their sleeves to help - even if the task(s) is not formally part of their role
• Ethical and have high integrity in their approach to situations
• Committed to addressing food insecurity, saving wasted food, and helping farmers in the state of Georgia and beyond

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments, verifying quantities and quality of products
• Follow Food Safety and Quality Assurance procedures for receiving, storage and transportation of all products
• Serve as the on the ground lead for the Food Safety program, maintaining accurate records and escalating any issues that arise
• Pick and pack orders accurately for outgoing customer shipments and for internal customers
• Organize and maintain inventory levels, ensuring proper storage and rotation of products
• Update the internal inventory management system
• Conduct weekly and monthly inventory cycle counts
• Assist in leading the weekly Mixed Produce Box volunteer event
• Manage the flow of donations and compost to partners on regular basis
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe at all times
• Unload incoming shipments and store items using shared Forklift
• Safely operate delivery vehicles to transport orders to customers in metro Atlanta
• Interact with customers to assist with unloading, confirming delivery details, and address any concerns
• Coordinate with with warehouse partners to work collaboratively when needed
• Collaborate with team members to improve warehouse processes

Requirements

• Previous experience in a food distribution warehouse setting preferred
• Order selector, picking and packing experience preferred
• Receiving and quality control experience preferred
• Fork lift certification required
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles, subject to passing a pre-employment drug test and maintaining a clean driving record
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills and experience with video conferencing
• Experience with google sheets and/or inventory management systems
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs to waist height, as well as sit and stand for long periods of time
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled warehouse environments and outdoor conditions, including periods of extreme hot or cold weather, and potentially other weather conditions
• Responsible for minor vehicle management (fueling, tire pressure, etc)
• Willingness to go through first aid certification

Culture

We are a high performing team that aims to make people’s lives better every day. Our goal is to work smarter, not harder, but the problems we are tackling require hard work, imagination, and a willingness to collaborate, brainstorm, support, and learn from each other. We are a family that aims to function as a well-oiled machine. Retaaza is a place for personal and professional growth and where excellence is rewarded and failure is a side effect of the continual learning process. We have high expectations of each other and of the organization and ask that our team members show up with a positive, can-do attitude that is uplifting to others around them. We authentically care about each other and the stakeholders we are serving. The passion that we bring to Retaaza and our personal work ethic makes deadlines, and the unavoidable stress, easier. We expect team members to feel a sense of accountability for the success of the people they work with every day and for the success of the business. We want everyone to come to work feeling like they can unapologetically bring their whole self. Our work requires heart, humility, excellence, creativity, and respect. Ultimately, the work, and our mission of refreshing the way we feed community, is bigger than any individual.

At Retaaza, we value diversity and inclusion in all forms. We strive to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and we believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives, skills, and experiences that enrich all of us. We are dedicated to empowering every individual and promoting a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

To Apply

Interested applicants should send resume, references, and cover letter to careers@retaaza.com.

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