Director of Food Industry Partnerships

Job Title: Director of Food Industry Partnerships

Location: Austin, TX, 78744

Base Pay: $(phone number removed) - $(phone number removed) / Year

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Resource Development

Required Degree: 4 Year Degree

Travel:40%

Manage Others: Yes

Position Overview

In response to rapid growth and industry-leading goals, the Director of Food Industry Partnerships is a key position ensuring CTFB can achieve its strategic vision. This position plays a pivotal role in all aspects of the food system, understanding food supply chain, agribusiness, brokering, retailing and wholesaling as it relates to the food industry. The Director of Food Industry Partnerships will formulate and execute strategies aimed at the successful procurement of donated food from grocers, distributors, farmers, growers, and manufacturers on behalf of CTFB, with purchasing only as a last-resort supplement to the overall donated sourcing strategy. The Director of Food Industry Partnerships oversees and guides the Food Industry Team to ensure the organization’s and community’s food needs are met.

Working Conditions

Hours of Operation: Generally Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., some evening and weekend hours may be required, especially during peak times, disaster response, or holidays. Ability to be flexible with working hours to meet the needs of the program is critical

Environment: This position works in a typical office setting. There may be extended periods of sitting, standing and/or bending; listening, talking and/or visual concentration; writing and/or computer use. Occasional work will occur in the warehouse or outside in inclement weather. The position also requires working independently and with others on a team.

Travel: CTFB serves 21 counties in central Texas and often requires same-day travel between counties, using a personal vehicle, CTFB passenger fleet and possibly occasional out of town travel for meetings, special events or meeting for some positions.

Opportunity type

Job

Category

Executive Director / CEO / Other C-Level Executives

Job responsibilities

Oversee and manage all inbound food sourcing activities across all product and acquisition types for the entire organization, with a focus on donations first.

Collaborate with the Network Services and Client Services teams to ensure food offerings best meet our strategic initiatives.

Oversee the management of all vendor and food donor relationships, including negotiating product and freight cost.

Develop and manage a comprehensive prospecting, solicitation and stewardship strategy for all food industry relationships, deepening their involvement with CTFB.

Collaborate with Feeding America, Feeding Texas and other key stakeholders to support food acquisition.

Manage, develop, coach and train a team of direct reports to meet organization, department and individual performance goals, holding the team accountable to meet objectives and ensure alignment with organizations values.

Ensure timely and accurate reporting in support of grant, government, funder, and organization timelines.

Work closely with the Communications and Community Investment teams to develop compelling messaging and collateral to inspire food industry partnerships.

Advocate for the wellbeing and outcomes of the neighbors that CTFB serves each day.
Set the example for a professional and high performance culture by maintaining a positive work attitude, communicating courteously, and creating a culture of service with all stakeholders: clients, donors, community partners and co-workers in accordance with CTFB’s values.

Conduct routine analysis and communication of acquisition status; programs; food industry trends (agricultural, retail and other commodity markets); best practices and other key indicators of food acquisition, storage and material handling.
Align with, and support the organization’s vision, mission, values and culture.

Perform additional duties as necessary

Requirements

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Agribusiness, Environmental System, or other related field.

Minimum of 10 years’ food industry experience, preferably in food sales or food procurement.

Minimum of seven years’ experience managing, developing, motivating, and coaching high-performing teams.

Have the ability to work cooperatively with other Food Bank staff and external stakeholders with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences and communication styles.

Will represent the Food Bank in a professional manner under a variety of conditions.

Experience in handling complex budgets, food procurement and master purchase orders.

Demonstrated understanding of agribusiness, growing trends, and produce processing.

Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain, food systems, brokering, retailing, wholesaling and tertiary markets.

Demonstrated success in relationship building and management.

Experience in establishing and executing sound business practices and metrics including planning and analysis.

Highly organized with ability to successfully multi-task and meet deadlines.

Effective communications skills, able to speak publicly and give presentations.

We are committed to service, above all else, in our community and for our team members. With our commitment to the health and wellness of our team members, we provide a full benefits package to include the following:

Medical, dental, and vision plans, company paid short and long term disability insurance plus employee life insurance, 403b retirement plan plus up to 5% matching contribution after one year of service, telemedicine for physical and mental health, employee assistance program, paid time off including paid holidays, outdoor seating area with a garden view, and an on-site gym with a shower.

In addition, Central Texas Food Bank is designated a Texas Mother-Friendly Workplace AND a Best Place for Working Parents. Grow your career, build your network and develop your talents while enjoying the flexibility of a family-friendly environment.

Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) is a member of the Feeding America network and the leading domestic hunger relief organization serving 21 Counties throughout Central Texas with a facility based in Austin. With a focus on strengthening the food system and addressing the root causes of hunger and poverty, the CTFB is launching an industry-leading strategy. The Food Bank is therefore poised for innovative and thoughtful growth, which means we’re looking for talented and dedicated team members to help execute our refreshed vision for Central Texas – the food bank is looking for you! We offer a diverse and inclusive workplace, professional development opportunities, and a culture of service. Join us as we chart our course with our core values, Compassion, Honesty, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.