Retail Engagement

Retail Engagement & Logistics Lead – We are growing our team

• Full-Time, 1 Year Contract
• 37.5 hours per week
• Competitive base salary of $62,100 annually.

Who we are

The Greater Vancouver Food Bank is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide healthy food to those in need. The GVFB provides support through direct distribution to those in Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster and the North Shore, as well as through 160+ agency partners both locally and provincially. Through this model, the GVFB envisions a British Columbia where everyone has access to healthy food through efficient distribution, innovation and partnerships.

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The GVFB is a proud winner of BC's Top Employers 2025

The GVFB is a certified Living Wage Employer This recognizes the GVFB's commitment to paying fair wages, upholding good work standards for our employees, and contributing to poverty reduction and a higher standard of living in our community.

What We Offer

We believe in providing employees with flexibility, and the resources and tools to excel in their role. Employees will work alongside people who are passionate about food insecurity and community. We provide an inclusive office environment with excellent Skytrain accessibility and free parking on-site.

This is a full-time, 1 year contract position, with the opportunity to learn and grow. The successful candidate can expect a competitive base salary of $62,100 annually, depending on experience.

Come and enjoy working in an inclusive, award-winning workplace

Position Overview

The Retail Engagement & Logistics Lead is responsible for executing weekly sales and merchandising activities for food preservation products. This includes delivering products to retail partners, setting up visual displays, coordinating inventory and logistics, organizing food demos and events, and supporting internal initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver food preservation products to partner locations including Loblaws, Hopcott Farms, and Terminal City Club and beyond lower mainland.
• Set up merchandise stations with attention to detail, ensuring high visual standards that support sales goals.
• Collaborate with communications and external stakeholders on all product marketing
• Build and maintain professional relationships with retail partners.
• Support onsite demos at events, farm markets, and activations.
• Perform administrative tasks to support sales and operational objectives.
• Coordinate inventory needs with the Supply Chain team.
• Liaise with the Logistics team for vehicle maintenance and scheduling.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Operations leadership.

Personal attributes and core skills

• Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a solution-focused mindset.
• Effective Communicator: Clearly articulates GVFB's mission, vision, and values; passionate about customer service.
• Collaborative: Works well in team settings and contributes to a positive workplace culture.
• Organized: Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Independent: Self-motivated and able to work without constant direction or supervision.
• Confident & Friendly: Brings positive energy to interactions and engages others with warmth and professionalism.

Qualifications and experience

• Post-secondary education in business, sales, marketing or a combination of relevant work experience.
• Experience operating box trucks and managing deliveries an asset.
• Experience and knowledge of food preservation and asset.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with non-profit organizations is ideal.

Physical Requirements

• Exposure to ambient temperatures and noisy conditions.

• The ability to walk and stand intermittently.

• Bending and lifting boxes up to 50 lbs intermittently.

• Travel between GVFB facilities and throughout British Columbia as needed.
• Flexible schedule to work events on weekends and evenings as needed.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record.

We are actively recruiting for this position and encourage you to apply now with your resume and cover letter if you are keen on this opportunity

A criminal record check for working with vulnerable sectors is required upon hiring.

NOTE

Due to the high volume of applications, only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. The Greater Vancouver Food Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applications will be treated in strict confidence.