FOOD COORDINATOR

Food Purchasing / Warehousing / Inventory / Distribution Lead

We are seeking a Coordinator to:

• Lead the procurement, receipt, tracking, managing and distribution of all food items passing through the pantry
• Ensure a safe and optimum supply of high-quality food in the pantry
• Maintain and expand sources of shelf stable and perishable food supplies
• Provide supervision and oversight to food operations staff and volunteers
• Routinely collaborate with the pantry’s staff team and dedicated volunteers to distribute a variety of food and personal care items to our clients on a regular basis.

Hours: This is a part time position primarily working during open pantry hours, sorting/stocking and truck offload sessions totaling 25 hours per week.  Schedule is generally Tuesday through Friday with some evenings and Saturdays, schedule subject to adjustment.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree and/or equivalent relevant experience in leadership, analytics, logistics, inventory management or distribution processes.
• Strong leadership ability including consensus-building
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational and proven time management skills
• Proactive communication skills (oral and written)
• Knowledge and comfort with technology and tools for purchasing, inventory management and budgeting.
• Proficient computer skills – email, word processing, file management
• Commitment to continuous process improvement
• Commitment to the mission and goals of Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, Inc.

This position offers paid time off and holidays.

$750 Hiring Bonus!

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that helps those who face food insecurity in a supportive and dignified setting.  We serve our neighbors in Ayer, Devens, Dunstable, Groton, Harvard, Littleton, and Shirley.

To apply please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@loavesfishespantry.org

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.