Food Industry Partnership Coordinator

SAN ANTONIO FOOD BANK INC•San Antonio, TX

7d•$40,000 - $40,000•Onsite

About The Position

The primary objective of this position is to procure in-kind food donations and related products from food industry partners while maintaining and building strong relationships in support of donors their donation programs. This is a field-based position requiring daily travel to multiple locations.

Requirements

Willingness to travel and work extended hours.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Skilled in computer applications i.e. MS Office and database management (Salesforce preferred).
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to meet goals, organize work, time, and self.
Detail oriented, timely and accurate.
Ability to work cooperatively with other Food Bank staff, donors, and volunteers.
Ability to present a professional demeanor under a variety of conditions.
Possess a valid Texas driver’s license, insurance, and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Preferred college degree in relevant field (e.g. Food Service Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, Food Science, Supply Chain) or equivalent work experience (e.g. Business Development, Account Manager, Sales Manager, Brand Manager, Operations Manager).
Experience in Sales.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of in-kind food donations and related products acquisition including but not limited to researching, developing and maintaining relationships with food industry donors and prospects via in-person visits, phone calls, mailings, and publications under the direction of the Director of Food Industry Partnerships.
Maintain a portfolio of food industry retail partners and track goals, results etc.
Meet or exceed specific goals in pounds acquired from food industry partners.
Meet or exceed required number of in person visits to current, prospect and lapsed donors.
Visit with donor personnel and management regularly to ensure that donation program guidelines are understood and implemented.
Coordinate with the Transportation Manager the pick-up and delivery of any and all donations secured and obtained.
Educate food industry partners personnel on their program’s donation guidelines established by their management and the San Antonio Food Bank.
Attend and speak at partner meetings and training sessions.
Assist in the maintenance of an ongoing donor recognition program to acknowledge and recognize donors through thank you letters and other appropriate means.
When directed, work with the Development Department to solicit in-kind donations to assist in general fundraising, events, and operational needs.
Prepare regular written status reports on product donations activities.
Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures relating to food sourcing.
Comply with and abide by all personnel policies and accept additional duties as assigned.