The Thrifty Cat Inventory Manager, UK Recycling

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Thrifty Cat Inventory Manager in Lexington, KY (University of Kentucky Recycling) helps keep donation storage organized, sorts donations, pulls items for events, and ensures weekly restocking across The Thrifty Cat. The role works with The Thrifty Cat Director and expects a part-time, student schedule.

Requirements include HS; no prior related experience is required. This position offers a chance to develop leadership, organization, and time-management skills while supporting campus

Qualifications

• HS required.
• 0 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Restock The Thrifty Cat office area each week.
• Work closely with The Thrifty Cat Director to keep donation storage space organized and sort through donations.
• Attend monthly check-in meetings.

Job description

The Thrifty Cat Inventory Manager, UK Recycling

Job Title The Thrifty Cat Inventory Manager, UK Recycling

Requisition Number

Requisition Number DU15197

Department Name

Department Name 3CP20:Phys Plt-Recycling Operations

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range

Salary Range $15.00

Type of Position

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education

HS

Required Related Experience

0

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing.

Shift

The position will work 3-5 hours a week at The Thrifty Cat.

Job Summary

The Thrifty Cat receives a high volume of donations on a weekly basis. The Inventory Manager will be responsible for working closely with The Thrifty Cat Director to keep donation storage space organized, sorting donations, helping pull items for events, and ensure the store is restocked each week.

Duties:

• Restock The Thrifty Cat office area each week.


• Work closely with The Thrifty Cat Director to keep donation storage space organized and sort through donations.


• Attend monthly check-in meetings.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Leadership


• Communication


• Organization


• Time management

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/20/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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