NonProfit Operations Associate

Uncommon Sports Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Uncommon Sports Group is seeking an Non-Profit Operations Associate in St. Louis Park, MN to support the day-to-day operations of our ecommerce fundraising brands. You will process donated athletic gear, manage inventory, and help fulfill orders while maintaining quality control and efficient workflows.

The role emphasizes organization, reliability, and physical stamina, with opportunities to contribute to mission-driven work in a faith-based environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills and internet competency.
• Preferred: Associate or Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Knowledge of collegiate and professional athletics.
• Working knowledge of inventory management software.

Responsibilities

• Quality control, recording, and processing of donations of athletic equipment, apparel and footwear.
• Fulfillment of daily orders and shipment of ecommerce sales.
• Warehouse projects including organizing, moving, and recording inventory.
• Product photography of apparel, equipment, and footwear - only applicable for photography associates.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Internet competency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory management software

Job description

Non-Profit Operations Associate

Location : St. Louis Park, MN

A career in the sport industry can be filled with unique pressures and temptations. At Uncommon Sports Group (USG), we provide faith-based training, resources, and relationships that develop Christ-centered leaders to successfully navigate these challenges. At USG, our operations team provides invaluable support that allows our organization to fund its faith-based work domestically and across the world.

Role Description:

As an Operations Associate at Uncommon Sports Group (USG) you will be part of a team responsible for the day-to-day operations of our eCommerce fundraising brands, Authentic Athletic Apparel and Locker Room Direct. This role supports the processing of donated athletic apparel, equipment, and footwear donated by professional and collegiate sports teams throughout the country. The Operations Associate will ensure excellence and efficiency throughout the entire product lifecycle: receiving, quality control, inventory, merchandising and order fulfillment.

*Please note: this position is not associated with our ministry program, and this application does not allow the applicant to participate in any program opportunities facilitated by our ministry team. All programs offered by our ministry are for individuals pursuing employment in the sport industry, and are to be separately applied for through the www.uncommonsg.org website.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Quality control, recording, and processing of donations of athletic equipment, apparel and footwear


• Fulfillment of daily orders and shipment of ecommerce sales


• Various warehouse projects including organizing, moving, and recording inventory


• Product photography of apparel, equipment, and footwear - only applicable for photography associates


• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations

Objectives:

• Join the team in the continuous improvement of all warehouse tasks, building productivity and efficiency

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail


• Self-motivated


• Ability to lift 50 lbs.


• Basic computer skills and internet competency

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree


• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
  
• Knowledge of collegiate and professional athletics


• Microsoft Office competency


• Working knowledge of inventory management software

Additional Information:

• Reports to: Director of Operations


• Competitive Compensation


• Limited benefits available to full time staff after a 90-day probationary period


• Fast-paced, growth-oriented, positive environment

Faith-based, Christ-centered organization