Director, Food Systems & Rescue Network

Open Cupboard; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

EAP & disability insurance

Minnesota Paid Leave

Job summary

Open Cupboard in the Twin Cities seeks a Director of Food Systems to lead food rescue, sourcing, and inventory operations across a regional hub-and-spoke network. You will grow donor partnerships, optimize fleet use, and ensure efficient flow of rescued and donated food to programs.

We value 8+ years in food rescue or related supply chain roles, strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to reduce waste and expand access to healthy foods.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in food rescue, food recovery, food banking, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of food waste and food recovery systems, including donor relationship management, perishable food logistics, and cold-chain handling.
• Demonstrated experience managing programs and supervising staff, including hiring and performance management.
• Ability to build relationships with donors and partner agencies and funders.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy to increase total pounds of food entering Open Cupboard through rescue, sourcing, and donor development.
• Deepen relationships with retailers, grocers, distributors, and other donors to unlock additional pounds.
• Identify and onboard new food rescue and sourcing partners including retailers and institutions.
• Grow and manage agricultural partnerships with farmers markets and growers.
• Oversee inventory operations, fleet, and tracking systems to reduce waste and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Food rescue experience

Donor relationships

Staff supervision

Data-driven decisions

Driver's license

Job description

Open Cupboard in the Twin Cities seeks a Director of Food Systems to lead food rescue, sourcing, and inventory operations across a regional hub-and-spoke network. You will grow donor partnerships, optimize fleet use, and ensure efficient flow of rescued and donated food to programs.

We value 8+ years in food rescue or related supply chain roles, strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to reduce waste and expand access to healthy foods.