Careers at Missions Inc. Programs

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For more than a century, Missions Inc. Programs has provided compassionate care and life-changing support to people facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. As a nonprofit with eight distinct programs, we serve over 3,000 individuals annually across multiple sites in Plymouth, St. Paul, Columbia Heights, and St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

Our main campus is located on the north shore of Medicine Lake in Plymouth. It offers a natural, peaceful environment where people can pause, heal, and gain strength for a new beginning.

If you're passionate about social justice, direct service, recovery support, or simply want to use your talents to make a meaningful impact—we invite you to join our team.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

Mission:
Missions Inc. Programs provides a collaborative community and safe space where people are empowered to heal and transform their lives.

Vision:
A world where every person realizes their worth and lives with dignity.

Our Core Values:

Affirm human worth
Foster self-determination
Value diversity
Seek social justice

Our Commitment to DEI & Equal Opportunity

At Missions Inc. Programs, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to who we are and how we serve. We’re committed to creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We strive to build a team that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively uplift the voices of those who have been historically marginalized—including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and people with disabilities—and embed equity and inclusion into all aspects of our work.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide fair and equitable employment opportunities to all individuals—regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Inclusion isn't just a value—it’s how we lead, how we work, and how we grow.

Purchasing Operations Specialist

Plymouth, MN

Full Time

Entry Level

Purchasing Operations Specialist
Location: Plymouth, MN
Full Time: Non-Exempt; 40 hours per week, flexible schedule
Reports To: Director of Facility Operations

Position Summary:
We have a full-time Purchasing Operations Specialist position available with Missions Inc. Programs. This role will be integral to our operations by managing procurement processes, ensuring efficient distribution of supplies, and overseeing inventory control. The position is essential in supporting our organization to provide prompt delivery of supplies to our programs while incorporating ongoing cost and pricing analysis. Must provide references.

Core Duties:

Ordering and receiving, distribution, and inventory control of supplies and donations as required by various programs and departments within Missions Inc. Programs.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, suppliers, and inventory levels.
Assist in identifying improvement opportunities through supplier selection, sourcing strategies, and consolidation efforts.
Coordinate with suppliers to negotiate pricing and group buying opportunities, where applicable.
Develop purchasing strategies that enhance operational efficiency.
Pick-up and delivery of supplies and inter-office mail using a company vehicle. Position will involve driving more than 50% of a typical workday to programs around the metro area, ranging from .5 miles to 25 miles from the main campus.
Maintain inventory of storeroom.
Maintain condition of company vehicle.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
A basic understanding of sourcing, negotiating, and procurement processes are needed.
Will have the ability to use an electronic POS for buying and tracking.
Will have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 software suite.
Will be meticulous with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Ability to correspond effectively with internal staff and external vendors.
You must have a valid driver’s license.
You must pass required background checks.
You must have an insurable driving record.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to collaborate well with people of diverse backgrounds.

Compensation and Benefits: Salary range of $22.00-$25.00 per hour. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, 403b plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, ten paid holidays and PTO (paid time off).

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds, occasionally fifty pounds or over.

Mission Statement: Missions Inc. Programs provide a collaborative community and safe space where people are empowered to heal and transform their lives. Our vision is a world where every person realizes their worth and lives with dignity, free from addiction and violence. Our values are to:

Affirm human worth
Foster self-determination
Value diversity
Seek social justice

Missions Inc. Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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