Job Description
Wildlife Nutrition Warehouse Manager - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Job Description Posted Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Expires Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:59 AM
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION 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
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Position Type: Salary Full-Time Exempt Position
Salary Range: $78,400 to $86,680
About The Salary Ranges
Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job posting should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience and skills. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.
If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org . If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.
Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.
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