Interim Managing Director

Saba Grocers is a non-profit organization with a mission to address food access and health disparities by partnering with local corner stores in underserved areas.

Job Description

For the duration of 6-9 months this role will act as an Interim Managing Director of Saba Grocers taking charge of our day-to-day operations, and implementation of strategic initiatives in each department. Saba is a medium size organization with a staff size totaling 4-5 FTEs. Our annual organizational budget is $1 Million. This position reports to the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities (6-9 month agreement)

Oversee federal grant program implementation, complete federal reporting and budget monitoring

Oversee fundraising development efforts including submission of grant proposals, prospecting, donor cultivation, and communications

Monitor & manage organizational budget, P&L statement and Balance statement

Collaborate with board & founder in creating 2026 budget

Oversee warehouse capital expansion projects

Oversee warehouse distribution operations

Oversee sales strategy implementation

Implement systems and structures needed for federal grants, hiring processes, operational processes, administrative tasks, online account management

Oversee Office Administration / HR

Oversee accounting functions

Qualifications

5-10 years of experience in a leadership role

Expertise in both non-profit and social impact for-profit

Experience managing Federal Grants

Experience in the fresh food supply chain

In depth understanding of community work, equity and DEI

BA or BSc Degree in Business management operations

MBA in social impact business or a Masters in a related field OR 5-10 years in successfully managing and growing a social impact food business ie. b-corp

Spanish and/or Arabic language speaker preferred

Compensation and benefits

Location: Oakland, CA

Compensation: $80,000 - $120,000 / year

Benefits: 100% healthcare, dental and vision coverage for employees. 26 days of PTO annually, 11 days company holiday, 401K match plan (4% company contribution, 1% employee contribution), and a generous sabbatical policy

Hours of operations: Saba’s office is open 8-5pm; 3 days on site (M-W), and 2 days remote (Thu-Fri).

Estimated Start Date: July 7 15th, 2025

Why Join Us?

• Mission-driven work—every sale supports food access in underserved communities.
• Opportunity to build long-term relationships with buyers, farmers, and retailers.
• Flexible, part-time schedule with potential for future growth.
• Meaningful work within a rapidly expanding nonprofit enterprise.

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Saba Grocers Initiative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.