Lean Logistics Manager - Distribution & Compliance

Free Store Foodbank, Inc; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Free Store Foodbank, Inc. is seeking a full-time Logistics Supervisor in Cincinnati, OH. Under the Director of Distribution & Logistics, you will oversee the Logistics staff and drive Lean practices to improve distribution efficiency.

This exempt role reports to the Group Leader and requires DOT/CDL credentials, vehicle maintenance oversight, and strong communication skills to ensure compliant, safe distribution to member agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in distribution, warehousing or logistics.
• Understanding and practical experience with lean management principles.
• Experience with truck routing systems.
• Valid DOT certification and CDL B.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete reports on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Logistics staff and support continuous improvement of processes through systematic problem solving.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure safe and equitable distribution of products to member agencies.
• Oversee regulatory maintenance related to agency vehicles at the Distribution Center.
• Ensure compliance with Feeding America, local, state, and federal policies and reporting requirements.
• Supervise routing, receiving, and shipment of products for efficiency.
• Ensure incoming product is received and receipted; outgoing product counted, checked, loaded and delivered.
• Maintain DOT records and ensure drivers and vehicles are DOT compliant.
• Ensure proper maintenance and inspections on all vehicles and stay updated on regulations.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Lean management

Truck routing systems

DOT certification

CDL B

Driver’s license

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in distribution/logistics

Tools

Truck routing systems

Job description

Free Store Foodbank, Inc. is seeking a full-time Logistics Supervisor in Cincinnati, OH. Under the Director of Distribution & Logistics, you will oversee the Logistics staff and drive Lean practices to improve distribution efficiency.

This exempt role reports to the Group Leader and requires DOT/CDL credentials, vehicle maintenance oversight, and strong communication skills to ensure compliant, safe distribution to member agencies.