Donation Growth & Partnerships Manager

Goodwill-of-Wny-; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Western New York is seeking a strategic, relationship-focused Manager of Donation Acquisition to grow donated goods across the region. You will lead partnerships with businesses, schools, and community groups while developing new donation channels and a Mobile Donation Unit program.

The role requires 5+ years in related fields, excellent communication, and strong project management. Travel throughout Western New York will be regular.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, fundraising, marketing, community engagement, partnership development, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to increase donated goods throughout Western New York.
• Build and maintain relationships with businesses, schools, municipalities, healthcare organizations, nonprofit partners, and community groups.
• Identify new donation opportunities, partnerships, and collection channels.
• Lead the planning and execution of Goodwill's Mobile Donation Unit program.
• Research, pilot, and implement new donation acquisition initiatives.
• Analyze donation trends, market opportunities, and performance data to drive growth.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and recommendations for executive leadership.
• Partner with Retail Operations, Logistics, and Marketing to align donation acquisition activities with organizational needs.
• Represent Goodwill at community events, networking functions, and partnership meetings.

Skills

Relationship-building

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Goodwill Industries of Western New York is seeking a strategic, relationship-focused Manager of Donation Acquisition to grow donated goods across the region. You will lead partnerships with businesses, schools, and community groups while developing new donation channels and a Mobile Donation Unit program.

The role requires 5+ years in related fields, excellent communication, and strong project management. Travel throughout Western New York will be regular.