Nutrition Access Program Coordinator

Operation Food Search•Overland, MO

3d•$44,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Operation Food Search is a hunger relief organization dedicated to reducing food insecurity and increasing equitable access to food through food provision, nutrition education, and innovative programs. They serve a significant number of people monthly across Missouri and Illinois via a network of partners. Their mission is to heal hunger with innovative and collaborative solutions for immediate relief and long-term systemic change, aiming for a future where everyone has equitable access to nutritious food. The Nutrition Access Program Coordinator plays a key role in planning, coordinating, and enhancing Nutrition Access programs and food distribution initiatives. This position acts as the primary resource for Healthy Eating Research (HER) Guidelines for purchased inventory, working across teams to develop distribution strategies, support nutrition-focused purchasing, and improve program operations to ensure equitable and efficient food distribution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public health, Nutrition, Dietetics, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience coordinating multiple projects and collaborating across departments and external partners.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for tracking and reporting program data.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships with OFS team, program partners, and stakeholders.
Demonstrated meticulous diligence to details.
Ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring the highest standards in quality.
Experience working with underserved populations.
Working knowledge of social service organizations and non-profits in the St. Louis region.
Understanding of food insecurity and food access issues in the St. Louis region.
Possess a growth mindset and actively seek out opportunities to learn.
Strong analytical skills and ability to make decisions based on data.
Passion for the OFS mission and a commitment to program integrity.
Flexibility in working hours for occasional special events after-hours or weekend.
Willingness to assist with other OFS duties as required or as assigned.
Frequent local travel required.
Must have a good driving record and reliable transportation (mileage is reimbursable).

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of strategic distribution initiatives that increase food access, improve CFPA engagement, and support organizational goals.
Assess CFPAs capacity and community need to determine equitable food allocation and distribution of excess inventory.
Coordinate alternative delivery solutions for CFPAs experiencing transportation barriers.
Support the planning and distribution of purchased food inventory, including annual food purchases designated for CFPAs.
Ensure clear communication of distribution plans to the Warehouse and Distribution team to support safe, accurate, and timely distribution of purchased products.
Design, implement, and manage volunteer-based food distribution models for CFPAs, including volunteer recruitment, scheduling, route assignments, and engagement activities.
Oversee the inventory, packing, and distribution of emergency meal kits and pantry boxes, managing program resources, and ensuring effective stewardship of the annual program budget.
Collaborate with the Inventory Team to ensure all program inventory is accurately labeled, stored, and prepared for distribution.
Manage Nutrition Access programs inventory and proactively communicate supply needs to the Nutrition Access Manager.
Provide cross-functional coordination among Agency Relations, Warehouse Operations, Nutrition Access, and CFPAs.
Support grant-funded initiatives through proper ordering documentation and reporting.
Oversee the application of Healthy Eating Research (HER) Guidelines to purchased food inventory, including reviewing products, maintaining ranking documentation, and providing recommendations to support nutrition-focused purchasing decisions.
Develop and distribute nutrition education materials that accompany purchased foods and slow-moving inventory, helping CFPAs understand the health benefits, preparation methods, and practical uses of these food items to increase utilization and reduce waste.