Operations Manager | Leicester South Foodbank
Could you use your leadership and operational skills to make a genuine difference in your community?
Join Leicester South Foodbank and play a key role in ensuring our vision ‘a community where everyone has the resources, opportunities, and support they need to thrive' is achieved.
About the role
This is a varied, hands-on role at the heart of our operation.
We’re looking for a practical, organised and people-focused Operations Manager to oversee our day-to-day activities. Working closely with the Director, the Board of Trustees, management team, employees and volunteers, you’ll help ensure our foodbank centres, warehouse and community hub operate safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard.
You’ll support our people, oversee stock and purchasing processes, monitor compliance, health and safety, data and reporting, and help us continue to develop our services and partnerships across the community.
About you
You’ll be a confident and approachable manager with strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. You’ll be comfortable balancing operational oversight with a hands-on approach and building positive relationships with colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations.
Most importantly, you’ll share our commitment to supporting local people and making a meaningful difference.
About us
Leicester South Foodbank is one of the largest foodbanks in Leicestershire, with a strong reputation for delivering vital support across the community.
We are passionate about helping people build better futures and working to lift individuals and families out of poverty. Our reach spans the region, supported by an extensive network of local partners and connections with organisations tackling food poverty nationally.
37 hours per week | Based in Wigston, Leicestershire |
If you’re looking for a role where your leadership can have a real impact on your local community, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Please describe a project or service improvement initiative that you have led. What was your role, how did you manage stakeholders, timelines and resources, and what was the outcome?
- What interests you about working for Leicester South Foodbank, and how do your values align with supporting people facing hardship in our communities?
- Please describe your experience leading, developing, and supporting staff and/or volunteers. How many people have you directly managed?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Forklift licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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