Director of Transportation

Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Wellness programs

Sick/personal time off

14 paid holidays

Childcare resources

Employee engagement days

401(k) with 4% company match

Job summary

The Community FoodBank of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Transportation to lead driver and manager teams, optimize daily and weekly routes, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient distribution of perishable and non-perishable food.

You will oversee planning, supervision, and KPI development, coordinating with warehouses and third-party partners, while traveling between Hillside and Egg Harbor Township to steer the Transportation department toward CFBNJ’s mission of fighting hunger in New

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in physical distribution, transportation, resources management, e-commerce, retail, or 10+ years overall.
• Proven track record of building relationships, delivering on priorities, and leading teams.
• Technical aptitude with MS Office and data visualization tools (GIS, Tableau).
• Experience with PMP/Lean Six Sigma/Kaizen or similar project management methods.
• Experience organizing orders using Samsara, Roadnet, or similar software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and operate in a physical environment.
• Commitment to CFBNJ values and continuous improvement.
• Must have personal vehicle and NJ driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of drivers and managers, coaching to meet performance goals.
• Develop KPIs and performance standards for the team with clear direction.
• Oversee distribution center matters, third-party consolidation, and storage facilities.
• Coordinate daily outbound routing and maintain customer service levels.
• Allocate resources statewide to optimize distribution productivity and compliance.
• Ensure safety and DOT requirements, including vehicle management and weights.
• Integrate processes for seamless support and safety benchmarks.
• Spearhead packing, loading, and delivery timing improvements.
• Develop strategies to increase operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Travel regularly to Hillside, NJ and Egg Harbor Township, NJ offices to manage the Transportation department.

Skills

Transportation management

Team leadership

KPIs & performance management

Budgeting & cost control

Safety & DOT compliance

Routing optimization

Communication

Project management

MS Office & data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or relevant field

Tools

Samsara

Roadnet

GIS

Tableau

Job description

Join our team and become a part of something bigger – a force for change in the fight against hunger. The CommunityFoodbankof New Jersey is more than just a food bank – we champion healthier lifestyles and positivelyimpactsocial and economic change. Together we can create a stronger, more resilient New Jersey for everyone!

As theDirectorofTransportation, you willoversee planningand supervisionof perishableand non-perishablefood distributionmovementwhich involvesscheduling daily and weekly routes using technology to ensure on-time dispatch.You willhave thorough knowledge of supply chain management and understanding of warehouse procedures, dispatching orders, and tracking andmaintainingtransportation vehicles. You should also be familiar with safety processes and DOT regulations.

Whatyou’lldo in your role:

• Lead a team of drivers,managersand encourage the development and coaching of team members to achieve performance goals andobjectives.
• DevelopKPIs, performancestandardsfor ateam -managing withvision and purpose, clearly communicating, and giving direction and validating results.
• Oversee performance, resolve distribution matters relating to distributioncenters,third-partyconsolidation,and storage facilities.
• Orchestratedaily outbound transportation routing; cohesive customer service relations; resolution of supply chain management issues; and long-term strategic planning in support of CFBNJ plans andobjectives.
• Facilitatestate-wide allocation of resources tooptimizedistribution productivity; adherence to regulations and policies; communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure best in class distribution service model; planned execution within budgets and expense controls.
• Ensures all aspects of safety and DOT requirements are reinforcedincludingvehicle management andmonitorvehicle gross weights.
• Determineintegration of processes to ensure seamless support, enforcement of safety standards,productivity,and benchmarks.
• Spearhead resolution relating to packing, packaging, trailer loading,and timing of deliveries.
• Develop effective strategies to increase operationalefficienciesand strive for continuous improvement.
• Regular travel toHillside, NJ office and Egg Harbor Township, NJ office to managetheTransportationdepartment.

Whyyou’lllove working at CFBNJ:

• Opportunity for Impact: At CFBNJ, your work drives meaningful changes.Just last year, we provided over 90 million meals and35 million poundsof fresh produce to our neighbors in need.
• Wellness that Works for You: Rooted in our culture of caring, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, generous sick/personal time off, 14 paid holidays, childcare resources, and organization-wide engagement days for rest and reflection.
• Professional Development: Grow your career through our Learning Lab, with access to workshops, online courses, and book resources. We also offer tuitionassistanceand certificate reimbursement for job-related training to support continuous growth.
• Recognition and Belonging: We celebrategreat workand grow inspiration withBonusly, our peer-recognition platform, and foster community through employee resource groups to create space to uplift voices and strength connections
• Retirement Planning: Plan confidently for your future in our 401(k) program, including a 4% company match after one year of service.

Whatyou’llneed to be successful in this role:

• 5+ years of experience in acombination of physical distribution, transportation, resources management, e-commerce, retailplusBachelor’s degree inSupplyChain, Logistics, Business, or relevant field; or 10+ years of relatedexperience.
• Proventrack recordof achieving excellence through fostering strong relationships,delivering onpriorities, problem-solving, building capability and leadership, and developing high-performing teams.
• Technical aptitude with MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data visualization applications (such as GIS, Tableau, etc.) is essential for success.
• Experience with project managementmethodologyincluding PMP/Lean Six Sigma/Kaizen.
• Experience organizing and tracing orders using software such asSamsara,Roadnetor similar programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team, as well as manage people; excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Capable ofliftingto 40 pounds to include boxes,equipmentand/or supplies.
• Commitment to reflect and uphold CFBNJ’s core values and dedication to continuous improvement.
• Mustpossesspersonalvehicle and valid NJ driver’s license.

Pay Transparency: The salary range for this position is $107,755-179,591.The final rate may be influenced by factors such as the position's scope and responsibilities, work experience, training, job-related skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

CFBNJ is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based onrace, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, pregnancy or breastfeeding, disability, being a victim of domestic violence, status in the uniformed services of the United States (including veteran status), record of arrest, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.