Warehouse & Inventory Specialist

Warehouse & Inventory Specialist Ballard Food Bank - 4.2 Seattle, WA Job Details Full-time $72,000 - $80,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Interpersonal skills Driver's License Warehouse experience Grocery store Delegation Full Job Description Ballard Food Bank's mission is to bring food and hope to our neighbors because there can be enough for everyone. To achieve our mission, we provide access to nutritious foods through our grocery model food bank, Kindness Café, and Community Resource Hub, which encompasses financial resources, referral, and mail services that support self-sufficiency. We also advocate for food equity and justice. Our home, which opened in October 2021, serves as a Hub for Hope as it brings together food, services, and community partners in a one-stop shop. The Ballard Food Bank actively strives to be an anti-racist organization and promotes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in its work.

POSITION SUMMARY

Ballard Food Bank is hiring a Warehouse & Inventory Specialist with inventory management experience to oversee the flow of dry goods through the food bank. This hands-on role manages grocery inventory and rotation and works closely with warehouse and market staff and volunteers to move product from intake to distribution in the community market and other programs. It's a great fit for someone who enjoys an active work environment, creating structure and systems, and working as part of a mission-driven team.

Responsibilities:

Manage dry goods intake, storage, and rotation adhering to USDA food safety protocols Interface between market and warehouse to coordinate stocking needs, ensuring market is stocked throughout the day Collaborate across teams to allocate items to food bank programs as dictated by need and supply Develop and implement accurate inventory tracking processes and warehouse layout and organization strategies Conduct regular inventory, providing input on ordering and donation asks Lead volunteers in processing deliveries and donations, developing and implementing SOPs Perform food donation pick-ups, utilizing a food bank van or 18-foot box truck Build positive relationships with vendors and donors through efficient and welcoming receipt of goods Oversee unloading of bulk deliveries, including moving boxes of up to 50 lbs. and operating both manual and electric pallet jacks Maintain organization and cleanliness in the warehouse and parking lot space, supporting set up and break down between different activities

Skills/Qualifications:

Prior warehouse experience in a grocery store and/or food distribution environment Prior experience managing inventory and developing tracking systems Ability to collaboratively problem-solve on the fly, taking initiative and working comfortably in a fast-paced environment Aptitude for fostering an energizing and collaborative environment with people from diverse backgrounds Strong delegation, coordination, and communication skills Experience leading and engaging volunteers, including giving feedback and guidance Prior experience driving a 15+ foot box truck in urban streetscapes Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds regularly, maneuvering in and out of a van or truck, and spending most of the time on your feet Valid US driver's license with a clean and safe driving record Commitment to Ballard Food Bank's mission and core values

Hours:

This is a full-time in-person position, working Monday through Thursday, with evening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Ballard Food Bank currently works a 35-hour work week.

Salary & Benefits:

The starting salary for this position is $72,000 to $80,000. Ballard Food Bank provides a comprehensive benefits package including but not restricted to: medical, dental and vision benefits; employer-matched Simple IRA; paid vacation, wellness leave, and holidays. How to

Apply:

Please answer the following questions, then submit your responses, along with your resume and cover letter, to with Warehouse & Inventory Specialist in the subject line. Only applications that follow these instructions will be considered for this position. Please address the following questions within your cover letter: Explain how your skills and/or experience relate to this job and will make you successful? Below are Ballard Food Bank's core values. Please share which of these values resonate with you the most and why. Access to food is a human right, as is access to housing, education, and healthcare. Lack of access to these fundamental rights is a direct result of systemic racism and other systemic injustices that lead to poverty. Every individual is worthy of respect, and we value each person's dignity, worth, and lived experience. We commit to centering relationships and meeting people where they are in the moment. We strive to create a welcoming, intentionally inclusive environment. We seek to include perspectives, input, and guidance from the people we serve. Healthy, culturally appropriate food is critical to our community's wellbeing. We are stewards of the land. We aim to minimize our environmental footprint, promote sustainability, and support local farmers and communities to grow their own food.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Ballard Food Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to cultivate a staff team that reflects the rich diversity of our community. We value a team that is vibrant, inclusive and offers a place of belonging. Applicants representing the diversity of our communities including, people of color, people with disabilities, people with lived experience, and people of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions are encouraged to apply.

Pay:

$72,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person