Kuli Kuli is a high-growth startup at the intersection of CPG and social good. We are the leading brand pioneering sustainable superfoods like moringa in the US. Moringa is a naturally energizing green superfood packed with protein, antioxidants and vitamins. Kuli Kuli offers the highest quality, most nutritious moringa by partnering with local entrepreneurs and sourcing directly from small farmers, prioritizing African and women-led social enterprises. Kuli Kuli’s superfood powders and snacks are sold in 11,000 stores nationwide and online at kulikulifoods.com. We’ve been featured in Forbes, NPR, and The Wall Street Journal for our unique products and compelling social mission.

Kuli Kuli is looking for a Logistics Manager with an eye for detail and experience managing complex CPG logistics. Reporting to our Head of Operations, this individual will be responsible for the entirety of Kuli Kuli's shipping, inventory management, fulfillment, distributor and 3PL management, and moringa ingredient sales. We are looking for a detail-oriented person who loves diving into spreadsheets to explore inventory analyses and a proactive communicator who can work closely with our sales and production teams. We want someone who isn’t afraid to pick up the phone to put out fires or solve logistical challenges. The ideal candidate calmly navigates fire drills while planning process improvements to prevent their reoccurrence.

Areas of Responsibility

• Fulfillment & Inventory Management - Including PO processing/invoicing, EDI integration and managing inventory at both Kuli Kuli and distributor warehouses

• Logistics Management - Manage all shipments, including customs brokers and shipping companies to ensure accuracy, timing and cost goals

• Moringa Ingredient Sales & Supply Chain - Manage all moringa ingredient sales, quality analysis paperwork and support our Head of Operations in managing the logistical aspects of our partnerships with small moringa farmers around the world

Required Skills/Experience

• 3+ years experience in logistics roles within the CPG industry

• Knowledge of UPS/FedEx/USPS/LT and LTL Broker or similar carrier sites

• Experience with analyzing shipping and transit data to meet budget and timeline goals

• Experience in managing vendor, carrier, provider negotiation and RFQ implementation

• Desire to own and lead a wide variety of Operations projects

• Unshakable positivity with an eagerness to take on additional responsibilities

• Self starter that can make decisions with imperfect information

• Excellent attention to detail, time management, problem-solving skills, and prioritization skills

• Excitement about health, organic food, and global development

Hours & Compensation

Competitive compensation and performance bonuses provided. This full time position can be either remote (anywhere in the US, with a preference for California) or based out of our dynamic space near the beautiful waterfront of Lake Merritt in Oakland, CA. Perks include unlimited product, a gym membership, and regular team outings.

Application Instructions

ONLY applications applied online through our jobs portal via our career page will be reviewed: https://jobs.gusto.com/postings/kuli-kuli-inc-logistics-manager-a147d79a-941a-4857-a826-078a5a8c169d