Operations Manager

*Position Overview:* The Operations Manager serves as a leader at the Love in Action Donation Processing Center.
This individual will work closely with the Operations Director to oversee the purchasing and procurement of material goods; food procurement; sorting of donated materials; management of the warehouse; coordinating volunteers and general logistics.
This position serves donors, clients, volunteers and staff.
This individual will demonstrate a love for Christ exemplified by grace, flexibility and compassion for others.
They will seek, train and encourage volunteers.
They will express thankfulness and be informative to donors.
Further, they will demonstrate good listening skills, patience, understanding and discernment at all times.
*Essential Duties:* Purchasing and Procurement of Material Goods: * Oversee purchasing and distribution of goods and supplies for all LIA departments * Develop, implement and maintain processes as required * Research and maintain records of suppliers with consideration of costs and timelines * Maintain good records of purchases and distribution of goods Donation Processing and Warehouse Management * Understand and standardize procedures for processing of in-kind donations in coordination with the LIA stores, ensuring all donations are well stewarded * Recruit, train and lead volunteers to accomplish effective donation processing * Schedule and oversee workflow * Oversee scheduling and transportation to procure incoming donations and delivery of inventory to LIA stores, as well as deliveries for the stores * Oversee goods for wraparound ministries of LIA * Oversee accessibility of furniture * Oversee quality of goods for LIA stores * Oversee efficient storage and maintenance of the warehouse Food Procurement * Work with area food sources, as directed * Work with Operations Director to obtain and purchase food * Oversee food transportation, as required * Assist with distribution of food to church pantry partners * Recruit, train and lead volunteers for transporting, stocking and maintaining central food pantry Volunteer Support * Responsible for recruitment, training, oversight and encouragement of all Donation Processing Center volunteers, including warehouse, Central Pantry and front desk Logistics * Organize and monitor the storage and distribution of goods with a goal to enhance the sustainability and effectiveness of LIA ministries and in-kind goods sources *Skills and Abilities:* · Believer in Jesus Christ as Savior & Lord, that is evidenced by character traits · Able to think quickly and make well-informed decisions · Others-focused as demonstrated in good listening skills, encouraging others · Model Love in Action values & culture · Minister to the needs of every person who walks through the door · Model good boundaries · Demonstrate a “can do” attitude that is both flexible and team player oriented · Exhibit good organizational skills and is detail-oriented · Strong computer skills are necessary.
This person should be proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, web navigation and be able to interface with outside vendor’s websites · Strong administrative skills including development of processes and procedures, keeping a schedule, and organizing data · Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
*Education:* High School Diploma; some college preferred *Hours and Compensation:* Full time, 40 hours per week, generally 9 am to 5 pm; may include some weekends and evenings Biweekly pay schedule *Benefits:* Paid Time Off in accord with the Employee Handbook Simple IRA, available after one year, if qualified Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.
00 - $20.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Paid time off * Retirement plan Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Application Question(s): * Tell us why this position caught your eye.
Ability to Relocate: * Grand Haven, MI 49417: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person