Manager of Retail Product and Donations

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Wage: $27.50/hr.

The manager of retail product and donations manages the supply operations program for Goodwill retail locations based out of the Boise warehouse. This position will ensure sufficient donations for retail locations, identifies key businesses, groups, and organizations for product acquisition to support retail growth, and will develop strategies to generate donations. This position will utilize the Retail Metrics application to track inventory, identify areas of opportunities or concern, and management activities to guide future activities and effectiveness. This position will be responsible for facilitation and oversight of donation events in all retail areas.

The manager of retail product and donations will facilitate internal retail communications ensuring weekly compilation and circulation. This position is responsible for the oversight of established Attended Donation Centers (ADCs) including supervision of team members, in conjunction with warehouse management. The manager of retail product and donations will identify potential ADC locations in needed markets, and will develop written policies and best practices for locations.

The manager of retail product and donations will assist stores in creating and maintaining best practices and/or procedures for donation doors to maximize opportunities. This will include process and problem solving, identifying opportunities to collaborate with warehouse operations, managing unique site needs, and resolving obstacles to keeping the donation lanes open. This position will establish minimum and maximum inventory levels per location, including active inventory tracking and plans for product transfers that meet both retail and post-retail needs. Other duties may include but are not limited to Community Relations specific to retail, facilitate retail events in conjunction with new stores, and coordinate transportation as appropriate for retail stores.

Requirements

• Understanding of community needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ability to utilize Excel to create mathematical formulas and compare data.
• Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving.
• Must be able to work independently to achieve goals and outcomes.
• Must have good driving record and valid drivers’ license.
• Budgeting and strategic planning skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
• Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all requirements of the job.
• Able to lift and carry 20-100 pounds with team lifting or mechanical assistance
• Able to stand, stoop, bend, or carry for extended periods
• Able to go up and down steps
• Tolerance of extreme changes in temperature and humidity
• Must be able to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends or longer shifts if needed. May be required to work more than 40 hours per week
• Overnight travel is a requirement

Experience

• High School/Equivalent
• Degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years
• Leadership experience preferred

Easterseals-Goodwill offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Products
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan up to 4% contribution
• Tuition Assistance
• Flexible Spending Health Savings Accounts
• 10% Discount on ESGW Services
• Employee Wellness Program
• 20% Discount at Goodwill Stores

Easterseals-Goodwill is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (“PSLF”) program. Under the PSLF, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific terms. Contact your loan provider for more information.

Easterseals-Goodwill is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from the disabled, minorities, women, and veterans of the U.S. armed services.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)