Transportation & Donations Manager

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Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403b Retirement Account match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

City Union Mission is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee inventory and donation workflows in Kansas City, MO. You will supervise staff, coordinate donor pickups, and manage transportation resources to ensure timely delivery of essential items to guests.

The role requires a proven leadership track, strong inventory management and compliance with safety standards, including OSHA certifications.

Qualifications

Associates or bachelor’s degree in business-related field preferred.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role preferred.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs unassisted.
Clean driving record required.
Food Manager certification and FDA Sanitary Transportation Carrier or be able to get certified in 3 months.
OSHA 10/30 Certification/Training

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate material donations and inventory operations, including stock level monitoring and forecasting.
Coordinate donation pickups and transportation for pickups of donations.
Propose strategies to reduce/offset operations costs and improve procedures.
Answer, coordinate, or re-route all incoming calls and donations, with proper follow-up.
Oversee pickup and delivery of people and materials.
Oversee daily operations of transportation staff and vehicles, including safety checks.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Inventory database management

Microsoft Office

OSHA 10/30 Certification

Job description

Who We Are

For over 100 years, City Union Mission has offered hope to men, women and children experiencing huge challenges. Homelessness. Addiction. Poverty. We start by extending a welcoming hand and helping to meet their immediate needs - food, shelter, clothing. From there, we offer them a new foundation for their lives through Christ - and life-changing programs that move them toward physical, emotional and spiritual wholeness.

Job Description

Who We Are

Job Summary

Oversee and coordinate material donations and inventory operations through monitoring stock levels, forecasting future needs, sourcing donations, and managing the staff and vehicle resources necessary to ensure essential items reach those who need them most - our guests.

What You'll Do

Complete inventory audits, lead regular inventory meetings (Benchmarks), handle key material donations, and coordinate / assist warehouse operations and transportation in effective inventory management and key inventory needs.
Administrate and make donation pickups / coordination with transportation for pickups of donations. Frequent heavy lifting is required and involved.
Propose strategies to reduce/offset operations costs and improve procedures.
Answer, coordinate, or re-route all incoming calls, donations and donors with material donations, providing follow-up with proper parties if needed.
Oversee and schedule the pickup and delivery of people and materials.
Oversee the daily operations of the 1700 E. 8th transportation employees.
Oversee the daily vehicle safety checks, fluid levels (oil, anti-freeze, transmission fluid), driver's daily logs for all transportation assigned vehicles and report any major fluid variations to Fleet & Car Ministry Supervisor.

City Union Mission Requirements

To be a genuine believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, as evidenced by your personal testimony and your ability to clearly communicate the Gospel whenever opportunities arise.
To possess sound Biblical character and refrain from engaging in an immoral lifestyle that could undermine or disrupt your testimony as a follower of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
To be a member in good standing of a recognized Protestant, evangelical church.
Agree and abide within the City Union Mission faith statement.
To be genuinely committed to serving the poor and homeless, as expressed in the mission statement of City Union Mission.
To be sober-minded, free from the influence of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or any substance that could cloud judgment or distract from a Christian-principled ministry.

Employee Benefits

95% of the premium covered for Health Insurance
Dental and Vision insurance at a discounted rate
Health Reimbursement Account for employees who have other health insurance
Life Insurance
403b Retirement Account match
FSA & HSA options
11 paid holidays per year + over 3 weeks of PTO + opportunity to earn additional days off
Discount at City Thrift stores
Paid 30-minute lunch break; free breakfast/lunch/dinner available at the Mission

Auto req ID

486648BR

Minimum Education Required

Associates

Preferred Experience

Associates or bachelor’s degree in business-related field such as management, accounting, or supply chain is preferred.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role is preferred

Required Skills

Must be able to lift 50lbs unassisted and must obtain assistance with equipment or co-worker for weights over 50lbs
Must have a clean driving record.
Demonstrates good telephone etiquette, computer skills, knowledge of inventory database management, and critical problem-solving skills.
Must be able to work well on a team and assign responsibilities as needed.
Must have a Food Managers certification and FDA Sanitary Transportation Carrier or be able to get certified in 3 months.
Obtain OSHA 10/30 Certification/Training

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Physical Requirements: