Transportation Manager
Greater Chicago Food DepositoryChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted February 24, 2026
80000 - 85000
Full Time
About the Company
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is Chicago’s largest food bank, central to a network of over 800 partner organizations that deliver food to residents across Chicago and Cook County. It distributes food through pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, mobile units, and other channels while also providing job training, advocacy, and research to address hunger’s root causes. The Depository’s comprehensive services—including food drives, outreach, fundraising, events, and foodservice training—support both immediate relief and long‑term community resilience. As a proud member of Feeding America, the organization distinguishes itself by combining large‑scale distribution with innovative solutions that transform hunger into hope.
Job Description
The Transportation Manager is responsible for directing all transportation, fleet, and receiving functions at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, leading a team of CDL drivers and receiving personnel to ensure safe, compliant, efficient, and service-driven operations.
Requirements
- 4+ years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, fleet, or warehouse operations
- Proven experience leading frontline teams in high-volume environments
- Strong financial acumen and budget management experience
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Generous paid time off
- Parental leave
- On-site gym
- $3,000 annual employer-paid Thrive-Pass lifestyle and wellness benefit program
- $250 employee referral bonus
