Director of Product Sourcing and Tranportation

Feed More collects, prepares and distributes food to neighbors in need. With a service area that stretches across 34 cities and counties, our comprehensive programs and Agency Network are dedicated to providing our communities with access to quality food and healthy meals year-round.

With the help of over 100 employees, close to 300 members of Feed More’s Agency Network and around 200 volunteers a day, Feed More is able to carry out its mission of fighting hunger throughout Central Virginia. Feed More is a proud member of Feeding America and Meals on Wheels America.

At Feed More, we want everyone to have a seat at the table. We envision our table as a lively gathering of wonderfully, unique individuals where differences are encouraged and appreciated. And, of course, our table is full of good, nutritious food.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policy is both the right thing to do, and a compelling business rationale. Feed More recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage and our business success reflects the quality and skill of our people. That’s why Feed More is committed to seeking out and retaining the finest talent.

We’re looking for: This position serves as a member of the operations leadership team and is directly responsible for the strategic direction, management, supervision, and coordination of all activities involved with the handling of the Food Bank’s donations and purchases to ensure we maximize our ability to provide nourishing, quality, and timely food to meet the needs of Central Virginia’s food insecure neighbors. As well as providing an oversight of our transportation leadership team and network of company-owned vehicles.

The role requires outstanding organizational, communication, and leadership skills and an ability to develop innovative solutions that push boundaries. This role will work closely with senior leadership to execute strategies and develop long-term operational plans that usher in new levels of productivity and efficiency for the company.

Department: Operations

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

FLSA Status: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities: USDA & Purchasing Coordinator, Food Donations and Transportation Managers

Budgetary Responsibilities: Accountable for the development and management of the food purchasing and transportation operations budgets.

What you’ll do:

• Provide direction and leadership for a team of Donation Managers and USDA Purchasing Coordinator to ensure all food sourcing obligations are being met by monitoring performance indicators and routine monitoring.
• Provide direction and leadership for all transportation personnel and oversee activities both in/outbound including pickups, deliveries and fleet management.
• Facilitate relationships with food producers and providers by creating strategic partnerships with donor food supply manufactures, retail partners, brokers, growers, other food banks and service vendors.
• Strategize perishable product planning; establish relationships with farmers, Retail distributors and cooperatives to procure produce.
• Manage donor and vendor relations at the leadership or decision-making level through in-person meetings, phone calls and emails.
• Develop food sourcing policies, create cost estimates, and budgetary forecasts while simultaneously negotiating equitable and cost-effective purchasing alliances.
• Develop long-term contingency plans and risk analysis to ensure we can maintain the necessary inventory variety and levels to meet the future needs of our clients.
• Develop short and long-term food sourcing goals and objectives while monitoring their implementation commensurate with organizational and Feeding America’s missions.
• Work with all food vendors to reduce the cost and improve the quality of purchased goods.
• Oversee the selection and procurement of USDA products based on entitlement awarded, availability and allocations based on partner agency needs.
• Drive purchasing decisions based on need, cost and scenario analysis, grant funding, market trends and negotiate contracts with key vendors keeping cost, supply, and quality in mind.
• Oversee the monitoring of Food Bank inventory for purchasing reorder needs. Assess inventory periodically and adjust on-hand levels when necessary.
• Develop product and item specifications, based on partner agency and program needs
• Create and analyze internal and external data to generate periodic reports to monitor food purchases, donation, distribution and inventory levels, turnover rate, performance metrics, market pricing and other trends.
• Oversee or prepare, maintain, and submit all written records and reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Partner with Director of Operations, Director of Programs and specifically Distribution/Allocation Manager to ensure a viable mix of products is obtained for our agency partners between our facilities and donor retail stores.
• Partner with the Health Initiatives Director and other departments to ensure our food selections are well within our healthier options, kids’ and senior program, packaging, and financial guidelines.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional 'strategic' teams to solve more complex challenges involving food sourcing and logistics within the overall strategy or project mission.
• Work with operations leadership to troubleshoot vendor issues, product quality and inventory and transportation concerns, etc.
• Partner with Director of Community Kitchen to align common purchases to maximize buying power and to improve transportation-related efficiencies.
• Analyze the transportation fleet to best select and design equipment to maximize efficiency, optimize utilization and capacity to meet the growing needs of our drop trailer program and delivery operations.
• Develop cost effective service contracts with our vehicle service providers.
• Demonstrates a strong willingness to thoroughly understand Omnitracs routing software to ensure optimal use of its capabilities.
• Work closely with Federation of Virginia Food Banks team members to enhance food sourcing efforts within the Commonwealth.
• Participate in Feeding America and other events relevant to vendor relations (i.e. industry trade shows, etc.).
• Abide by a strict code of confidentiality in all matters related to Feed More and our donors.
• Performs other activities and duties as assigned by Chief Operating Officer or other members of the Senior Leadership Team.

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain logistics or business, marketing, or a related field and at least five years of proven work experience or a combination of education and experience that will provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Prior experience in the non-profit or food industry; excellent understanding of food distribution logistics, purchasing and/or category management experience.
• Willingness and ability to successfully complete food safety certification training.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills with ability to collaborate with other food banks, food manufacturers, growers, and brokers.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills; good interpersonal skills with ability to represent the organization and emergency food network needs.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and personalities.
• Proficiency in MS Office: i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to meet crises calmly, solve problems, show attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgement and work collaboratively as a member of the Operations Leadership Team.
• Excellent understanding of DOT and DMV vehicle registration and licensing requirements to ensure we comply with all applicable state and federal laws.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate corporate needs, including occasional weekend or evening engagements.

Ideally, will have:

• Ten or more years in a senior leadership role in Food Banking, non-profit or food industry in the areas of food procurement or sourcing and transportation.
• Master’s degree in business administration, marketing (procurement) or supply chain Logistics.
• Strong understanding and experience using integrated Ceres, Agency Express, and Omnitracs or another related ERP or routing system.

Company Benefits

In addition to competitive wages, we’re proud to offer full-time employees comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K, generous paid time off, 11 paid holidays and more.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to hr@FeedMore.org by April 22, 2025. We kindly request no phone inquiries.

Feed More, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000