Direct Distribution Coordinator

Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio is seeking a Mobile Pantry Distribution Coordinator to lead logistics for mobile and produce pantries, deliver on-site support, and ensure successful distributions across the four-county region. The role requires strong communication, planning, and coordination with diverse partners.

Regular regional travel, some evenings, and a focus on program design and safety are core aspects.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and/or 3–5 years of comparable experience in food bank operations, nonprofit community outreach, event management, or related field.
• Excellent communications, planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including advanced knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals.
• Valid Driver’s License. Must be insurable to drive Second Harvest vans.
• Flexibility to attend evening or weekend events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Mobile and Produce Pantry sites and partners.
• Create and maintain annual distribution calendars with internal teams and partners.
• Ensure distribution menu, box packing, volunteer coverage, and neighbor communications.
• Provide on-site support and manage weather-related schedule changes.
• Lead Produce Season partner training and Thanksgiving distributions.
• Coordinate PantryExpress for Veterans delivery routing and last-mile support.
• Coordinate WIC Produce Box program and other Food Is Medicine distributions.
• Ideate and implement new Mobile Pantry formats and features per Strategy Plan.
• Track site metrics and recommend improvements.

Skills

Excellent communications

Planning

Organizational skills

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio, a non-profit organization, grows hope in our region by creating pathways to nutritious food. Second Harvest secures and distributes over 11+ million pounds of food and grocery products annually and works in partnership with over 125-member partner charities and 10+ school districts, including food pantries, hot meal programs, emergency shelters, mobile pantries, senior food delivery and after-school programs throughout Crawford, Erie, Huron and Lorain counties.

Mobile Pantry Distribution Coordinator– Programs & Partner Services

The Mobile Pantry Distribution Coordinator plays a key role in the coordination and logistics of Second Harvest’s direct distribution programs. These include Mobile Pantries, Produce Pantries, PantryExpress for Veterans, Food Is Medicine programs, and seasonal or special projects. The role involves project planning, relationship building, on-site management, and program oversight to ensure efficient and impactful food distribution within our four-county service area. Regular travel and some evening work are required to support programs and foster strong partnerships.

Job Responsibilities:

Mobile & Produce Pantry Coordination

• Build relationships with Mobile and Produce Pantry sites and partners.


• Create and maintain annual distribution calendars with internal teams and partners.


• Ensure coordination of distribution menu, box packing, volunteer coverage, and neighbor communications for each distribution.


• Ensure on-site support and manage weather-related schedule changes.


• Lead Produce Season partner training and Thanksgiving distributions.

Home Delivery & Last Mile

• Coordinate PantryExpress for Veterans and support pop-up van distribution.


• Manage PantryExpress for Veterans delivery routing in ServTracker.

Food Is Medicine Distributions

• Coordinate the WIC Produce Box program and other Food Is Medicine distributions.

Program Design & Improvement

• Help ideate and implement new Mobile Pantry formats and features according to the Second Harvest Strategic Plan.


• Track site metrics and recommend improvements based on data and neighbor feedback.

Equipment & Safety Management

• Operate vehicles and equipment safely; keep supplies, storage, and sites organized.

Reporting & Meeting Requirements

• Ensure program compliance and submit accurate, timely data and reports.


• Schedule and lead Mobile Pantry and Produce Season team meetings.

General Responsibilities

• Follow Feeding America, ODJFS, and food safety standards.


• Uphold Second Harvest’s mission, values, and confidentiality.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree and/or 3-5 years of comparable experience in food bank operations, nonprofit community outreach, event management, or related field


• Excellent communications, planning, organizational and problem-solving skills


• Proficiency in computer applications, including advanced knowledge of MS Office


• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals


• Valid Driver’s License. Must be insurable by company vehicle insurance provider and willing to drive Second Harvest vans.


• Flexibility to attend evening or weekend events as needed


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multifaceted demands

Education /Training:

• Experience with pallet jack (will train)


• CPR / First Aid / AED (will train)


• SERV Safe Food Safety Certification (will train)


• USDA Civil Rights Training (will train)

Requirements

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Primarily general office environment with regular regional travel. This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, work in various outdoor temperatures with extreme heat or cold periodically is required.

This is a full time, benefits eligible position, Monday – Friday, flexible 4-5 days a week, 40 hours per week; Exempt Status;

Pay Range = $47,000.00 – $52,000.00