Administrator, Warehouse (S2)

Save the Children US; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health benefits

Family leave

Retirement plan

Wellness days

Employee assistance program

Learning & growth

Job summary

Save the Children US in Lexington, KY seeks a Warehouse Administrator to manage onsite GIK facility operations. You will handle day‑to‑day tasks, maintain equipment, manage inventory, and ensure safe warehouse practices.

Onsite position with responsibilities across receiving, shipping, equipment operation, inventory accuracy, and collaboration with GIK staff to meet goals and timelines. Proficiency in MS Office and strong English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus at least one year of relevant experience or education.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift up to 60 lb, and perform repetitive motions.
• Proficiency in MS Office and in spoken/written English.

Responsibilities

• Receive and ship shipments, including loading/unloading trucks.
• Operate electronic and/or motorized equipment such as pallet jacks and pallet wrapping machines.
• Maintain accurate inventory of all shipments and prepare for pick-ups/distributions.
• Coordinate with GIK staff to meet Gift in Kind goals, processes, and timelines.
• Ensure safety and compliance with all safety and material handling policies.

Skills

MS Office

English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial equipment

Job description

Save the Children has been fighting for the rights of children for over 100 years. The company advocates for a healthy start in life, access to education, and a safe environment protected from harm. From over 100 countries, including the U.S., we work in some of the world’s hardest‑to‑reach places. When you join Save the Children, you contribute to positive, irreversible change for children and the future we all share.

Save the Children is seeking a Warehouse Administrator to execute onsite warehouse operations for our Gifts‑in‑Kind ("GIK") facility in Lexington, KY. In this role, you will conduct the day‑to‑day operational needs of the facility, maintain and upkeep equipment, manage inventory processes, and ensure that warehouse operations are conducted safely.

On site – Lexington, KY – Warehouse location.

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

The responsibilities are divided into two main areas:

Warehouse Operations (85%)

• Receive and send shipments, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Operate electronic and/or motorized equipment such as pallet jacks and pallet wrapping machines.
• Conduct accurate and prompt inventory of all shipments.
• Prepare for pick‑ups and distributions.
• Coordinate with GIK staff to ensure all established Gift in Kind (GIK) goals, processes, and timelines are met.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Facility Safety and Maintenance (15%)

• Wear correct safety equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Ensure all warehouse activities are conducted safely and in compliance with all required safety and material handling policies and protocols.
• Be aware of warehouse protocols and offer continuous improvement ideas to achieve an efficient warehouse environment.
• Stay current with state and federal safety regulations and recommend changes as needed.
• Report all safety and security incidents in a timely manner in accordance with established policies.

Required Qualifications For The Role

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, plus at least one year of relevant experience or education.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, use both hands and wrists for repetitive motions, frequently be in low‑level positions such as squatting, kneeling, or crouching, and lift and carry items up to 60 lb throughout the day.
• Exposure to varying temperatures depending on the time of year; cold‑weather clothing will be provided during the winter.
• Professional proficiency in the MS Office suite.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.

Preferred Qualifications For The Role

• First Responder, CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience with industrial equipment.

Compensation

Save the Children is offering the following salary ranges for this position, dependent on candidate location: 

• Geo 1 – NY Metro, DC, and other locations with labor costs significantly above the national average: Target hourly pay $24.31–$27.18.
• Geo 2 – Locations around the U.S. national labor cost average: Target hourly pay $21.66–$24.21.
• Geo 3 – Locations significantly below the U.S. national labor cost average: Target hourly pay $19.41–$21.69.

The salary ranges listed above are for U.S. based candidates. For candidates located outside the U.S., salary ranges will be based on the local employer of record’s salary scales.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules and time off: flexible schedules, generous PTO, 11 paid holidays plus two floating holidays, and hybrid working opportunities.
• Health: competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Family: a variety of paid leaves, including caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness, and fertility benefits.
• Employee Rewards Program: annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees.
• Retirement: a retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year).
• Wellness: 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days), mental health benefits and support through Calm and company‑hosted events.
• Employee Assistance Program: free and confidential assessments, short‑term counseling, referrals, and follow‑up services.
• Learning & Growth: access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships.

Click here to learn more about how Save the Children US will invest in you.

Save the Children is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for the children it serves and helps protect the children with whom we are in contact. All Save the Children representatives are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in child abuse.

Save the Children is committed to minimizing safety and security risks for our valued employees, ensuring all are given training, support and information to reduce their risk exposure while maximizing the impact of our programs for children and families. Our shared duty, both agency and individual, is to seek and maintain safe working conditions for all.

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