Warehouse & Inventory Coordinator

Job Title:

Warehouse & Inventory Coordinator

Rev. Date:

6/10/2026

Department:

Operations

SOC Code:

Location:

All Cherry Street Mission Properties

FLSA:

Non-exempt

Reports to:

Operations Manager

EEO Code:

Responsibility:

The Warehouse Coordinator coordinates and supports daily warehouse operations across Cherry Street Mission, ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, inventory management, and distribution of donations, supplies, equipment, and organizational assets.

This role oversees shipping and receiving activities, inventory control, warehouse organization, and internal supply fulfillment while maintaining accurate records and supporting the timely movement of materials throughout the organization. The Warehouse Coordinator works closely with the Operations Manager and internal departments to ensure resources are available when needed and warehouse operations remain organized, efficient, and accountable.

The Warehouse Coordinator promotes inventory accuracy, operational readiness, and effective stewardship of resources while maintaining a safe and well-organized warehouse environment.

Purpose:

The purpose of the Warehouse Coordinator position is to ensure the efficient and accurate flow of donations, inventory, supplies, equipment, and materials across Cherry Street Mission. This role supports operational departments by coordinating warehouse, inventory, shipping, receiving, and internal supply processes so that resources are properly tracked, stored, and available when needed.

The Warehouse Coordinator serves as a key connection point between incoming resources and organizational needs, helping maintain accountability, organization, and operational readiness while supporting safe, efficient, and well-organized warehouse operations.

Cherry Street Mission is dedicated to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with all individuals who engage with the mission, including guests, staff, volunteers, donors, and vendors, through the practical demonstration of service, compassion, and integrity lived out in daily operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Essential Functions:

Warehouse Operations

• Coordinate daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, staging, inventory movement, and distribution of donations, supplies, equipment, and organizational assets
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
• Support efficient warehouse layout, storage utilization, and operational workflow
• Communicate warehouse needs, concerns and operational priorities to the Operations Manager

Shipping, Receiving & Donation Intake

• Receive, unload, inspect, document, and properly route incoming deliveries and donations
• Assist with donation -related communication regarding acceptance, timing, drop-off coordination, and documentation requirements
• Prepare, stage, and document outgoing materials, internal transfers, and supply distributions
• Ensure shipping, receiving, and intake records are accurate, complete, and maintained according to organizational procedures
• Communicate with internal departments regarding delivery status, supply availability, and warehouse-related needs

Inventory Control & Supply Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records for supplies, donations, and organizational assets
• Track inventory movement, usage, and replenishment needs
• Monitor supply levels and communicate replenishment needs to Operations Manager
• Conduct regular cycle counts and support inventory audits
• Maintain accountability for high-value or sensitive items
• Coordinate with departments to help ensure commonly used supplies remain available

Internal Distribution & Operational Support

• Fulfill internal supply requests and coordinate material distribution to departments and operational teams
• Stage and distribute materials for facility operations, events, programs, and special projects
• Track fulfilled requests and maintain appropriate documentation of distributed materials

Warehouse Volunteer Coordination

• Direct and support volunteers assisting in warehouse operations
• Provide clear instruction and ensure safe handling of materials and equipment
• Support volunteer task coordination in alignment with operational needs

Forklift & Equipment Operations

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment as needed and only when properly trained or certified
• Assist with equipment inspections, maintenance coordination, and basic operational training as assigned

Organizational Expectations

• Foster healthy relationships with staff, guests, and external partners to uphold organizational values
• Attend and contribute to regular department and team meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization’s mission and operational needs

*Essential Functions may be revised upon management discretion

Cherry Street Core Values:

At the ministry, we hold these core values to be crucial to performing everyday work. These are to be displayed by every employee hired at the organization at the time of hire and throughout their employment.

• Christ-centered – Christ is at the center of all I do and think. My decisions and actions are driven by Christ’s love for me, my submission to His teachings, and my desire to live and walk in His Way.
• Relational – Second to Christ, is my desire to love the people around me. People are not problems but are representations of the image of Christ in them. I get to help them see that.
• Innovative – God is The Creator, and we are made in His image: that means WE are creative! Many times we must get creative to figure out the complexities of people’s lives to help them move forward or systems that need to be developed. We can do that because of the image we carry.
• Solution oriented – God is abundant, and all the answers and resources are there. We get excited by implementing systems and taking action to improve the situation.
• Gritty – We tenaciously get the job done. We display passion and perseverance to make our way toward our goal of eradicating poverty physically, mentally and spiritually for each person.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, logistics, or material handling preferred
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory control, internal supply coordination, or warehouse documentation preferred
• Experience operating forklifts or similar warehouse equipment preferred
• Experience in a team-based operational environment (warehouse, logistics, facilities, nonprofit, or similar setting) preferred
• Nonprofit or mission-driven experience is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of warehouse operations including receiving, storage, inventory control, staging, and distribution processes
• Knowledge of inventory tracking systems, documentation practices, and basic asset management principles
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records in fast-paced environments
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain consistent processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and multiple departments
• Ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and operational needs
• Strong organizational skills with a high regard for accuracy, order, and system integrity
• Proficient in basic computer skills, especially data entry and inventory tracking tools (Excel, inventory systems, or equivalent)
• Comfortable operating or learning to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and related material handling tools
• Strong professional demeanor with the ability to build effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, and external partners
• High regard for safety, cleanliness, and organization of warehouse and storage environments

Licenses, Certificates, and Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and insurable under organizational policy required.
• The following certifications must be completed within the listed timelines (if not already held):
  • Forklift Certification – within 30 days of employment

Work Environment:

Exposure to (“F” Frequent; “O” Occasional; “R” Rare; “N” Never) :

Equipment/Personal Protective Equipment Used

• Always: Closed-toe work shoes or work boots
• Equipment Used: Pallet jacks (manual and electric), forklift (as certified), hand trucks/dollies, inventory scanning or tracking devices (as applicable), basic warehouse tools for receiving and staging materials

Physical Demands (“F” Frequent; “O” Occasional; “R” Rare; “N” Never)

Lifting Requirements

• Sedentary work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing is required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.
• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Very heavy work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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