This position will require an inspiring and compassionate leader that is able to roll-up their sleeves and lead by example. The Director of Operations will oversee and lead all aspects of the Operations Department. You will recruit, motivate, develop and lead a dynamic Operations team that includes agency relations, volunteer management, food acquisitions, transportation, warehouse management, and program administration. The Director of Operations will drive customer satisfaction and execution of our strategic goals and objectives. It will be responsible for developing and evaluating the organizational capacity, processes and infrastructure in support of Food Finders values, vision and mission. This is a full time position reporting to the Executive Director.
Responsibilities:
Motivate, lead and mentor a high performance operational staff with integrity and maintaining a trusting, inclusive and productive environment
Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all internal processes
Identify and drive change that improves operations workflow and productivity.
Identify new systems, strategies and programs to increase the food resources of the Food Bank in the counties we serve.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with partner agencies, food donors and representatives of community organizations.
Responsible for the fleet, equipment and facility management and maintenance
Would be responsible for the development and oversight of budgets and facility improvements
Tracks and reports impact and efficiency metrics for use in internal and external communications.
With HR assistance develop and implement guidelines to evaluate, hire, train, mentor Operation staff
Assist in fundraising strategy and events to enable the organizational growth Qualifications and experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in business administration or related field
5 year’s non-profit experience preferably food bank experience
5 year’s management experience in establishing operational excellence in procurement, warehousing, distribution, transportation and facilities.
2 year’s warehouse and inventory management, efficiencies and improvement Experience budget development and financial management
Ability to solve problems, manage multiple priorities, develop recommendations and move projects forward
Knowledge and experience with effective inventory management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style
Bilingual Spanish/English skills desirable
Commitment to continued professional development, industry regulations, and food distribution practices.
Commitment and passion of Food Finders mission, our values and our organizational goals
Food Finders provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Food Finders complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Food Finders expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Food Finders employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.