About

• Description
• Position Title: Transportation Manager
• Reports to: Director of Logistics
• Department: Operations
• Location: Causeway Center
• Classification: On-site
• Status: Exempt
• Grade: 7
• Range: $64,400 - $68,425

• COMPANY OVERVIEW Feeding Tampa Bay is a leader in hunger relief across West Central Florida, serving ten counties and providing 85 million meals last year through our network of 400+ partners. But we know food alone won’t solve hunger. We are redefining what it means to feed our region by creating pathways to long-term stability for nearly 1 million people. Through our "Grow Code," we strive to honor all, conquer together, speak with truth, and stay rooted in our mission. We are on a united path to transform our community, dismantling barriers for families and seniors because we believe it is possible.

• SUMMARY The Transportation Manager is a key role responsible for leading a transportation team of drivers, with an emphasis on operational excellence, fostering a strong safety culture, and ensuring strict compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Transportation Manager manages the day-to-day operations, including dispatch, driver performance, and fleet readiness. This role is essential in upholding safety and regulatory standards while maximizing customer satisfaction through timely pickups and deliveries.

• DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Team Leadership & Driver Management
• Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of Feeding Tampa Bay
• Supervise the transportation staff (drivers and support), handling all aspects of training, coaching, development, and performance evaluations.
• Demonstrate adaptive leadership to motivate the driving team, fostering an environment of continuous feedback, accountability, and professional growth.
• Manage daily driver scheduling and dispatching to ensure the timely recovery and delivery of product, adhering to time windows and service level agreements.
• Ensure all drivers represent the professional image of the food bank by maintaining safe, clean vehicles free of debris.
• Supervises the weekly drivers' meeting, focusing on professional development and team-building strategies.

• Safety & Compliance
• Maintain accurate and complete driver files per Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements (e.g., certifications, medical cards, regulatory documentation).
• Enforce safety processes, ensuring thorough pre-trip/post-trip inspections are conducted and daily logs are accurate.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for safety incidents; report accidents or injuries immediately to the People & Culture (P&C) team, Director of Logistics, Sr. Dir. of Operations, and COO.
• Partner with the Logistics Manager to align fleet availability with the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Operations & Administration
• Coordinate day-to-day product distribution and retrieval needs in collaboration with the Logistics Manager and Warehouse teams.
• Manage transportation budgeting, monitor operational costs, and prepare financial reports to identify opportunities for expense reduction.
• Utilize transportation tracking tools and software to generate daily operational data and status reports for Senior Leadership.
• Serve as a core member of the disaster response command team, activating as needed during crisis operations.

• Requirements
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 6 years of experience in fleet management or transportation supervision, with a strong emphasis on team leadership and safety enforcement.

LICENSING

• Valid Class B Driver’s license with a good driving record required; Class A preferred.
• Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Food Safety Manager certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).

SKILLS

• In-depth knowledge of DOT regulations and fleet safety standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) and Google Suite.
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to navigate complex operational challenges.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Physical: Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, climb, stand, sit, walk, and turn/pivot throughout an 8-hour shift. Must be able to frequently lift, lower, push, pull, and carry boxes up to 50 lbs.
• Environment: Work is performed in a combination of office, truck cab, and warehouse environments. Exposure to variable temperatures, humidity, noise, and dust/dirt.
• Availability: May require working weekends or adjusted schedules contingent upon operational needs and disaster relief efforts.
• INTERNAL CANDIDATES
• Must be in good standing with no corrective actions within the last 90 days.