Community Donation Manager - Silver Spring, United States - Savers
Description
Job Title:Community Donation Manager
Who we are:
As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced
pre-owned
clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature.
gently-used
, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You'll often hear us say that we are "Thrift Proud." It's the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible. Learn more about the Savers family of thrift stores, our impact, and the #ThriftProud movement at
Our brands are Savers (in the U.S.), 2nd Ave (in the U.S.), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), Village des
Valeurs
(in Quebec) and Savers Australia.
What you can expect
:
The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness. We are made up of people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, all with something special to contribute.
To work in a purpose-driven company, with a business model that people love for our impact on both the planet and local communities.
An investment in the career path interests of our people.With our aggressive store expansion plans, we recognize the importance of the continued growth and development of our team members.
What you get:Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one.
In-house expertise Our training department / Savers University develops and delivers robust training to every team member across our organization — from new hires to senior executives.
We develop around 90% of our training internally, and partner with a variety of renowned providers to supplement our offerings.
Benefits offerings including:
Bundled health plans such as medical, Rx, dental and vision
.
Company-paid life insurance for extra protection and peace of mind
.
Programs to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options.
A 401k plan with generous company matching contributions to assist you in saving for a secure financial future.
Paid time off from work for leisure or other hobbies.
A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life.
What you'll be working on:
Accountable for the overall management and direction of the processes associated with the day-to-day functions of the Community Donation Center to make Savers the donation center of choice.
point of donation. Responsible for promoting brand awareness in their community and developing
relationships with and inspiring local organizations to partner with
Savers. Manages
a team of
Community
Donation Center Ambassadors. The Community Donation Manager is guided by the Savers Vision and Core Values.
Donation Center Operations
facilitate a manageable supply flow at all times
.
Engages with customers and donors to actively promote Savers' brand both in the store and in the community as required.
Uses the CDC Scheduler and Daily Planner to schedule CDC Ambassadors appropriately, ensuring coverage is aligned with expected volume and donor traffic.
Savers
standards, branded sign packages and all other company approved materials that promote the Savers brand.
Leadership and Development
values.
Donor Service
Educates all team members in the store on Savers' brand, empowering them to share stories about the business model to customers and the community.
Drives company promotions and other permitted grassroots efforts inside and outside the store that create community awareness of the CDC, the company brand, and the benefits of donating to Savers.
Fundrive
events as needed.
What you have:
.
Minimum Required Education, Training and Experience:
post-
S
econdary degree/diploma preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Continuous standing, frequent walking, stooping, bending, and twisting and occasional kneeling needed to handle &/or inspect merchandise, validate work processes, train/coach/counsel the team.
in order to
interact with and respond to management, team members and customers. Will need to hear requests in person and via intercom and telephone.
Will occasionally be exposed to hazardous machinery (compactor, baler, Big Joe), solvents (cleaners, detergents), radiation (Microwave in break room), continuously exposed to dust and frequently exposed to temperature fluctuations.
Able and willing to safely, cautiously, and efficiently navigate work environment that may include large industrial machinery, heavy equipment and product, elevated and uneven surfaces, and heights, and moving forklifts.
Frequent reaching to various levels and directions to move/stack boxes of product, move product on and off hangers, rails and carts and stock product on display racks/shelves.
bending
and twisting and occasional kneeling needed to stack and/or stock product(s) on display racks.
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Travel:
Will periodically need to drive to meetings or other stores for business purposes.
Location:
10121 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20903
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