At a Glance
- Tasks: Connect with local food partners and promote sustainable sourcing in your community.
- Company: Join a passionate team at Goodwin Development Trust making a difference in Hull.
- Benefits: Enjoy gym discounts, cycle schemes, and free counselling services.
- Other info: Part-time role with flexible hours and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact by supporting local food initiatives and building community relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in the food industry and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 13708 - 13708 £ per year.
Part‑time (21 hours per week). Annual salary: £13,708.21 per annum.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as main point of contact for a portfolio of existing food and corporate partners.
- Research and develop new relationships with food partners and food industry stakeholders across Hull, East Riding, North & North East Lincolnshire.
- Build strong relationships and engage with food partners and stakeholders on a regular basis to promote food donations, corporate volunteering opportunities and job progressions.
- Support and engage with The FareShare Hull & Humber team to understand food needs and maximise local sourcing opportunities where appropriate.
- Work closely with the FareShare Hull & Humber management team to support delivery of the strategy and ensure effective communication and team working.
- Work with the Volunteer and training team both locally and nationally to ensure that any contacts are used to their full potential.
- Provide regular food partner impact reporting, case studies and recognition.
- Capture feedback from our food partners about their relationship with FareShare.
Qualifications
- Have experience of working in or with the food industry.
- Have experience of managing accounts in the food, retail or FMCG sector.
- Have a full driving license and access to own car.
- Have proven ability to form good working relationships, both internally and externally.
Benefits
- CycleScheme.
- Gym Discounts.
- Discounted Tastecard (access to hundreds of discounts).
- Group Life Insurance.
- Free Counselling Service.
- Length of Service Rewards.
Goodwin Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruiting procedures through references and DBS checks.
Local Food Sourcing Officer employer: Fareshare Hull & Humber
Goodwin Development Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and community engagement thrive. As a Local Food Sourcing Officer, you will enjoy flexible part-time hours, competitive benefits such as gym discounts and a free counselling service, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the local food industry across Hull and surrounding areas.
