Warehouse Procurement Specialist

Are you passionate about creating opportunities for people to thrive?

Catholic Charities is the place for you!

Warehouse Procurement Specialist

Saint Paul, MN

The mission of Catholic Charities Twin Cities is to serve those most in need and to advocate for justice in the community.

Our programs for children, families, and adults serve more than 25,000 people every year. As the need for our services grows, Catholic Charities is working to adapt and respond with strategies that prevent poverty, meet basic needs in times of crisis, and create pathways to greater stability.

WAGE RANGE: $24.10-$28.10 Hourly

Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm

JOB SUMMARY: The primary responsibilities of this position include the daily receiving, organization, and operation of the non-perishable warehouse and all non-perishable donations. Position will be responsible for all solicitation, ordering, shipping, receiving, planning, and controlling of inventory and directing all activities necessary for the efficient operation in the non-perishable warehouse. Responsible for the coordination of distribution or pick up of items by program staff, security of equipment, health and safety standards and procedures.

Provide leadership to staff and volunteers. Enter data and generate reports and statistical information of warehouse activity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate the ordering or solicitation, maintain inventory, and coordinate or provide distribution of warehouse items and supplies for the agency. Research donation vs. purchase options for these items.
• Provide onsite support for program staff shopping visits. Provide warehouse overview and guidelines for program use.
• Working with the Development and Volunteer Services Department, organize and support gift drive programs, including the annual Giving Tree program. Primary contact for all non-perishable donations, position will ensure prompt response to donation requests.
• In conjunction with the Volunteer Services Department, coordinate, support, and provide direction and training to volunteers.
• Have a working knowledge of agency non-cash donation policies and procedures and ensure consistent enforcement.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and/or electronic purchases as directed.
• Expedite orders, facilitate returns/damages and process invoices. Process in-kind gift receipts.
• Responsible for reviewing and ensuring the relevance, accuracy, and timeliness of data related to the inventory and use of inventory.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• Post-secondary education is preferred.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience required; warehouse experience preferred.
• Two years of retail inventory management and stocking experience preferred. Merchandising experience, a plus.
• Experience working with volunteers of many age groups and background preferred.
• Experience working with statistical information and Microsoft Office suite required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Has ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including those who may be experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, and/or mental illness.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Updated:3/20/2025

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all functions that are required of the employee for this job.