Chief Operating & Impact Officer

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating & Impact Officer to lead operations and advance its strategy for immediate food access and longer-term community stability. The role oversees food sourcing, warehousing, inventory, transportation, distribution, partner networks, and direct services, while leading operational change and planning for a new campus. The executive will guide frontline culture, engagement, retention, safety, and leadership development, and serve as a key partner to senior leadership and the board. Responsibilities also include managing operational budgets, performance measures, compliance, emergency response, and partnerships that connect people with broader support services. Candidates should bring at least 10 years of progressive leadership experience, including five or more years leading operations or supply chain, complex teams, budgets, and logistics. Required experience includes warehouse, fleet, and inventory management; frontline workforce improvement; and leading significant operational change. Board and external-partner experience, geographic logistics, ERP systems, and route optimization skills are important; food safety knowledge and experience with social services or an operating system are advantageous. A bachelor’s degree in business, operations, supply chain, nonprofit management, or equivalent experience is required, and a master’s degree is a plus. Strong communication, judgment, and advanced Microsoft Office skills are expected, along with ServSafe certification within six months of hire.