Advisor, Gifts-In-Kind Operations – Strategy

Save the Children US

. Develop and maintain annual allocation strategies, product needs assessments, and distribution plans .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeLexington • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,800 - $83,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Gifts-In-Kind programs, including inventory management, donor services, and operational reporting. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, and workflow tools to enhance organizational efficiency and donor engagement.

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Gifts-In-Kind Program ManagementInventory ManagementProject ManagementMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCRM Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementProject ManagementData AnalysisReportingOperational ReportingWorkflow ImprovementProcess AutomationFinancial ReconciliationDashboard DesignPerformance Tracking

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPrioritization SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteBlackbaud CRMSalesforceTrackViaSharePointMicrosoft TeamsAirtableSmartsheetServiceNowAppSheet

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management CertificationBusiness Process Improvement TrainingOperations Management CertificationData Analytics Certification

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OperationsPhilanthropy OperationsDonor EngagementCorporate PartnershipsGifts-In-Kind Strategy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain annual allocation strategies, product needs assessments, and distribution plans
Review, evaluate, and approve book title selections and donated products
Assess Gifts-In-Kind opportunities against organizational priorities, program needs, operational capacity, and donor objectives
Develop receiving, inventory management, and distribution plans for approved donations
Maintain and update the annual Gifts-In-Kind Strategy and Needs List
Collaborate with Corporate Partnerships on strategy, goals, pipeline status, and projects
Evaluate incoming Gifts-In-Kind opportunities and recommend acceptance, feasibility, allocation, and implementation
Liaise directly with companies to facilitate logistics for in-kind donations
Manage and maintain the Gifts-In-Kind opportunity pipeline
Reconcile BBEC, TrackVia, Agresso, and related databases
Participate in donor meetings and provide operational expertise
Present Gifts-In-Kind strategy, inventory trends, and program priorities in planning and review meetings
Develop and deliver quantitative and qualitative donor reports using inventory, distribution, utilization, impact, beneficiary feedback, stories, testimonials, and program outcomes
Manage and improve SharePoint sites, Microsoft Teams channels, allocation trackers, receiving plans, and knowledge management resources
Develop and maintain reporting tools, process documentation, and standard operating procedures
Ensure operational data and resources are accurate, consistent, and accessible across GIK platforms
Identify process automation, workflow improvement, and enhanced reporting opportunities
Maintain centralized resources and documentation for organizational knowledge sharing
Lead semi-annual planning sessions with State Leads
Facilitate quarterly coordination meetings with State Operations Administrators and stakeholders
Maintain centralized content management for impact stories, photos, testimonials, quotes, and program outcomes
Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
At least 5 years of relevant experience in operations, project management, inventory management, donor services, philanthropy operations, or related fields
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel, including reporting, analysis, and data management
Experience working with CRM systems such as Blackbaud CRM, Salesforce, or similar platforms
Experience managing information systems and workflow tools such as TrackVia or comparable platforms
Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
Ability to manage multiple deliverables and competing priorities simultaneously
Professional proficiency in MS Office Suite
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred: experience managing Gifts-In-Kind programs, product donation programs, inventory allocation, or nonprofit operations
Preferred: experience using TrackVia or similar no-code/low-code platforms, including Airtable, Smartsheet, ServiceNow, or AppSheet
Preferred: experience designing and maintaining dashboards, custom reports, workflows, and performance tracking tools
Preferred: knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices, inventory valuation, financial reconciliation, and operational reporting
Preferred: experience supporting donor engagement, philanthropic strategy, or corporate partnership initiatives
Preferred: experience administering SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and enterprise collaboration platforms
Certification or professional training in project management, business process improvement, operations management, or data analytics is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedules
Generous PTO
11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Hybrid working opportunities
Health care, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Paid caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness, and fertility leaves/benefits
Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions after one year
15 safety and wellness days annually (prorated to 8 days if hired on or after July 1)
Mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
Employee Assistance Program with free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
Internal and external learning and development opportunities
Mentorships
Comprehensive employee benefits
Competitive compensation