Chief Operating Officer

LHH is assisting a mission-driven nonprofit organization who seeks an experienced operational executive to serve as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and a key member of the executive leadership team. This individual will provide strategic and hands-on leadership across supply chain, logistics, warehousing, distribution, transportation, facilities, compliance, safety, and program operations, ensuring efficient service delivery while supporting organizational growth and community impact.

This person will:

• Lead day-to-day organizational operations and drive strategic initiatives in partnership with the CEO.
• Oversee supply chain, procurement, warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution functions.
• Establish operational KPIs, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, workplace safety, transportation, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee facilities, fleet, equipment, asset management, and capital improvement projects.
• Develop and mentor high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Partner on budget development, financial stewardship, and long-term organizational planning.
• Represent the organization with community partners, vendors, government agencies, and key stakeholders.
• Strategic Leadership, Operations Management, Supply Chain & Logistics, Inventory & Distribution, Compliance & Risk Management, Financial Acumen, Team Development, Process Improvement, Mission-Driven Leadership

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing multiple business functions.
• Strong background in supply chain, logistics, distribution, warehousing, transportation, or large-scale operational environments.
• Experience managing budgets, performance metrics, and process improvement initiatives.
• Proven leadership, communication, problem-solving, and change management skills.

Preferred:

• Nonprofit, food distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or community service organization experience.
• Knowledge of food safety, warehouse operations, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading volunteer-supported operations.
• MBA, MPA, or related advanced degree.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Strategic Leadership • Operations Management • Supply Chain & Logistics • Inventory & Distribution • Compliance & Risk Management • Financial Acumen • Team Development • Process Improvement • Stakeholder Engagement • Mission-Driven Leadership

Compensation: $140,000-$155,000

Location: Roseville, CA

Job Order Being Managed By: Nadina Jackson

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $140,000.00 to $155,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Nadina Jackson

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.