Food Resource Manager - Western ND

Position is located in Bismarck, NDFood Resource ManagerGreat Plains Food Bank | Bismarck, ND | Full-Time, ExemptSalary: $60,000–$72,000Help put more good food on more tables across western North DakotaAt Great Plains Food Bank, we believe no one should go hungry. We’re looking for a relationship-builder with a strategic mind to lead food sourcing for western North Dakota as our next Food Resource Manager.In this role, you’ll be the connection between the people who grow, make and sell food and the neighbors who need it. You’ll build partnerships with farmers, manufacturers and grocers. You’ll also make sure fresh produce and perishable products reach our programs and partner agencies quickly and safely, in the right amounts.What You’ll DoLead food sourcing in western NDDevelop and carry out sourcing strategies that support GPFB’s strategic goalsPlan weekly, monthly and quarterly produce and perishable needs for our direct service programs and partner feeding programsMonitor inventory with the team to keep a strong mix of nutritious donated, government and purchased productTrack and report on key metrics and donor trends, and keep acquisition spending within budgetBuild and grow donor relationshipsIdentify and recruit new food donors, focusing on high-demand, nutritious productsStay in regular contact with current and lapsed donors to strengthen relationships and grow givingLead donor recognition efforts and represent GPFB at industry events and trade showsWork with Feeding America and partner food banks to share regional and national donationsManage the Retail Food Rescue ProgramTrain grocery partners and pickup drivers on food safety and processesVisit stores with drivers and agency partners to build new relationshipsCoordinate pickup plans with Operations and Agency Services, and resolve scheduling or quality issuesKeep reporting and receipting timely and accurateRun the Produce ProgramSecure fresh produce donations from growers, packers and farmers marketsCoordinate gleaning projects with Volunteer Services and community partnersShare produce across the Feeding America networkWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of experience in sales, the food industry or customer service, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceStrong communication and relationship-building skillsOrganized and detail-oriented, but flexible in a fast-paced environmentAnalytical thinking and the ability to weigh different solutions to a problemHigh proficiency in Microsoft OfficeA collaborative approach across teams and departmentsValid driver’s license, ability to travel statewide about 25% of the time, and flexibility for occasional evening or weekend eventsWhy Join UsTime off12 vacation days in your first year, increasing with years of service up to 21 days a year12 sick days a year, which you can use to care for yourself or a family member10 paid holidays, including two-day Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks and the Friday before Easter1 floating holiday and 1 paid volunteer day each year5 days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption or foster placementPaid time off starts on day one, with no waiting periodRetirementThe GPFB will match the employee’s retirement contribution up to 2%, starting on the first day of the eligible employee’s employment.After 1 year of employment, with at least 1,000 hours worked, the GPFB contributes a 5% Safe Harbor non-elective retirement contribution for all eligible employees. No employee match is necessary.Traditional and Roth 401(k) optionsHealth and wellnessMedical coverage through Medica, with six plan options, including PPO and HSA-eligible plans. GPFB pays about 80% of employee-only premiums.Free virtual primary care, mental health therapy and physical therapy through Nice Healthcare for employees on the medical planDentalVisionHealth Savings Account, plus Health Care and Dependent Care FSAsEmployer-paid long-term disability insuranceFree, confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your familyWellness rewards, free on-demand fitness classes and financial wellness toolsExtrasOptional short-term disability, supplemental life, accident, critical illness, hospital, legal and pet insuranceEmployee discounts on travel, gyms, childcare, electronics and more through Perks at WorkWork that mattersYour work will directly increase the amount of nutritious food reaching people facing hunger across western North Dakota. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. The Great Plains Food Bank reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the actual duties, responsibilities, qualifications and work assignments as deemed appropriate and necessary, and to make reasonable accommodation so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the position. Work schedule8 hour shiftBenefitsPaid time offHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceDisability insurance401(k)401(k) matchingPaid trainingMileage reimbursementPay: $60,000.00 - 72,000.00 per year