Regional Food Rescue Manager

About Second Harvest Of Silicon ValleyFounded in 1974, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is one of the largest food banks in the nation and a trusted nonprofit leader in ending local hunger. The organization distributes nutritious groceries through a network of nearly 400 partners at drive-thru and walk-up sites across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Due to the prohibitively expensive cost of living in Silicon Valley, the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the rise in inflation, Second Harvest is now serving an average of about 500,000 people every month. Second Harvest also connects people to federal nutrition programs and other food resources, and advocates for anti- hunger policies on the local, state and national levels. To learn more about how Second Harvest is responding to the incredible amount of need in Silicon Valley, visit shfb.org.About The PositionThe Regional Food Rescue Manager leads food donation efforts across an assigned region, building and managing partnerships with donor and partner agencies that increase access to high-quality, nutritious food for communities facing food insecurity. This role strengthens existing donor relationships, develops new partnerships, and collaborates cross-functionally to identify outlets to support food distribution. Success in this role includes increasing food recovery volume, strengthening partner engagement, and improving program efficiency and compliance.This Job Might Be For You If YouThrive in a collaborative, mission-driven, and values-based environment Are passionate about food security, sustainability, and reducing waste Build strong relationships across diverse communities with diplomacy and empathy Are a proactive problem solver with sound judgment and high integrity Bring a team-first mindset, curiosity, and a willingness to learnResponsibilitiesPartnership ManagementBuild, manage and strengthen regional donor-agency partnerships, monitor performance, assess volume opportunities, and strengthen engagement to increase and improve donation opportunitiesCoordinate and collaborate with donor partners at both corporate and store levels, including direct engagement with store receivers to ensure program success.Monitor partnership performance, identify growth opportunities, and increase engagementFoster strong communication and collaboration between donors and agencies to support long-term, sustainable partnershipsProvide guidance, training, and performance management for donors, agencies, and volunteers to ensure program standards and food safety requirementsProgram OperationsStrategically pair donors and agencies to optimize partnerships based on capacity, needs, preferences and operational constraintsEstablish and implement program standards to ensure compliance, safe food handling, and effective resource utilizationCreate, monitor, and refine food rescue schedules for donors and agencies Troubleshoot and resolve operational challenges related to logistics, food safety, and transportationGrowth & Strategy Identify, recruit and onboard new agencies and donors to expand the program reachLead pilot projects from design through execution, including planning, implementation, and evaluation Manage budgets, track outcomes, and present insights and findings to leadershipTraining & Communication Develop and deliver training programs and materials for donors, agency partners, volunteers, and interns (in-person and virtual)Data & Continuous Improvement Analyze program data and trends to identify opportunities and challenges, measure impact, and inform strategyPilot projects and track key metrics to measure impact and support continuous improvement efforts Collaboration & External EngagementPartner with Programs, Operations, and other internal teams to solve challenges and implement scalable solutionsRepresent Second Harvest of Silicon Valley at meetings, conferences, and community eventsStay informed on industry trends and best practices through engagement with peer organizations and networks including Feeding AmericaPartner with the County Sustainability Department to strengthen collaboration, share data ensure alignment with sustainability efforts, and expand food recovery opportunities.Monitor relevant legislative and policy developments that may impact food rescue strategiesSupport external engagement through presentations, tours, and collaboration with Marketing on storytellingMotivate and influence donors and agencies to enhance their performance via recognition, highlighting their efforts and meaningful collaborationIdentify and explore options for improving the food rescue program to ensure that it is accessible, equitable and inclusiveThe Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Professional QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience Strong relationship management and influencing skills across diverse stakeholders Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independentlyAnalytical mindset with experience using data to inform decisions Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking Ability to navigate complex or sensitive situations with professionalism Proficiency with standard business software and data management toolsCommitment to a field-based role, with 50–60% of time spent visiting and supporting donor and partner agency locations across San Mateo County.Possession of a valid California driver license and a clean DMV record. Willingness to drive personal vehicle, as necessary. Compensation for business mileage to be reimbursed at standard IRS ratesWillingness to travel within Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and work occasional flexible hours Reports ToSenior Manager of Food SourcingLocationSecond Harvest of Silicon Valley1051 Bing Street, San Carlos, CA94070This is a hybrid position. Specifics of work location will depend on department needs.An employee’s regular remote work site should be withindriving distance of one of Second Harvest’s locations and must be within the state of California.HoursFull-Time Exempt, 40 hours/week, with some occasional early mornings and weekend work as necessary.Compensation$96,002 - $112,944 is the wage range for this position. The salary wage offer will be commensurate with skills and experience. Outstanding and generous health benefits program, 4-5 weeks of Flexible Time Off (vacation and sick), eleven paid holidays, and retirement plan.EOESecond Harvest is committed to being an equal opportunity employer which values diversity. All applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be selected based on specific, role-related skills and qualifications.