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NOURISHING HOPE

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Location:  Chicago, IL

Posted April 21, 2025

For more than 55 years, Nourishing Hope has connected people facing hunger with food. What started with a few individuals gathering to feed their neighbors has grown into an efficient, complex and innovative organization working to alleviate food insecurity. Nourishing Hope serves clients from every neighborhood throughout Chicago, from Rogers Park to Morgan Park.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Nourishing Hope’s reach has grown by more than 140 percent. Throughout this growth, Nourishing Hope has maintained an exceptional commitment to delivering essential programs, expanding reach into new communities, strengthening partnerships, and upholding a strong and respected position with leaders, government officials, donors and volunteers.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight to achieve the organization’s mission of nourishing hope through food, mental health, and social services so that all of our neighbors can thrive.

The CEO will collaborate closely with the Board, staff, community partners, donors, elected officials, and other stakeholders to set priorities, drive impactful programs and expansion, evaluate programs, secure sustainable funding, and elevate the organization’s presence within the sector. This role involves guiding program development, optimizing resource allocation, and advocating for policies that address root causes of hunger.

Nourishing Hope seeks an executive who is a passionate, committed, authentic leader, who brings relevant professional experience in managing and leading an organization of similar complexity and scope and who is driven to provide healthy solutions to alleviate hunger and promote mental wellbeing among our community.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university is required; a graduate degree is desired. Current or prior experience in the field or lived experiences that would result in a key understanding of the cause is advantageous. Successful candidates may come from the non-profit, public or for-profit sectors.

The salary range for this position is between $250,000 – $275,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Nourishing Hope offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to 12 paid holidays, vacation, group health, vision and dental, as well as a 401k plan.

Nourishing Hope provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of actual or perceived race (and traits associated with race including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, work authorization status, age, religion, marital status, disability, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, order of protection status, genetic information, source of income, housing status, parental status or any other personal characteristic or category protected by federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please submit a current resume and letter of introduction to Kittleman & Associates, LLC athttps://apptrkr.com/6143801(click on the Apply button at the bottom of the page). For best consideration, please submit your materials by May 26, 2025.

For more information about Nourishing Hope, please visithttps://www.nourishinghopechi.org/.

GLEANERS FOOD BANK / FRESH CONNECT CENTRAL

Job Title: Food Supply Chain Specialist
Location:  Indianapolis, IN

Posted April, 23, 2025

Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana is the state’s largest hunger relief organization and one of the leading food banks in the Feeding America Network. In additional to vital hunger relief programs in our 21-county service area, we also operate Fresh Connect Central, a regional produce cooperative for Feeding America, serve as a contract reclamation site for Kroger Central Division, and are a staging site for FEMA disaster response.

The Supply Chain Specialist is critical to the success of Fresh Connect Central, an established national food distributor housed inside Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana, serving the greater food bank industry. The Supply Chain Specialist will support all activities related to sourcing, shipping, and servicing customer accounts. All responsibilities and duties will further Gleaners’ mission to be a leader in the fight against hunger. 

Benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Company paid employee vision, long term disability, $50,000 life & AD&D
  • Generous PTO, all federal holidays, 2 volunteer days and birthday Off
  • On-site exercise facility
  • Robust Wellness Program
  • 403 Plan with Match
  • Earn up to 10% incentive pay

Essential Functions of Supply Chain Specialist – Fresh Connect Central:

  • Manage day-to-day logistics and admin requirements of a special project contract that involves coordinating deliveries of products to food banks across the entire state of IN. 
  • Provide customer service to external customers and vendors to clarify and/or communicate pertinent information related to Fresh Connect Central operations. 
  • Effectively communicate with entire Fresh Connect Central team regarding discrepancies or differences in fulfilling orders as requested by the customer.
  • Manage, build, update, and allocate customer orders in Produce Pro software. 
  • Work with the inventory and quality control team regarding inventory issues, date checks, and poor quality product.
  • Act as point person for scheduling inbound and outbound freight appointments with outside carriers from our warehouse.
  • Assist with supply chain team’s administrative workload by placing and organizing PO’s, vouching invoices, updating market prices, creating repacks & warehouse transfers, manage BOL’s, and other related projects that arise.
  • Support supply chain team by purchasing dairy within targeted price points to fulfill weekly demand from customers and achieve appropriate on-hand inventory.
  • Compile and submit monthly reports for Feeding America and manage and resolve discrepancies as needed.   
  • Regularly peruse Fresh Connect Central ecommerce webpage to ensure items are posted accurately and that all functionality is working as advertised. Report any irregular findings to the appropriate team member.
  • Tend to shipping and receiving issues with the warehouse team as needed.
  • Assist other departments within Fresh Connect Central team when vacations or vacancies occur.
  • Maintain positive and ethical working relationships with food banks, freight carriers, and Feeding America collaborators such as other regional cooperatives, member food banks, state association representatives, and national sourcing managers, while exemplifying Gleaners’ mission, vision, and values.
  • Active participation in staff, departmental, board or board committee meetings as requested.
  • All other duties as assigned. 

Education and/or Experience of Supply Chain Specialist – Fresh Connect Central:

  • 3-5 years of experience or a Bachelor’s Degree preferably in business admin, supply chain, agricultural science, or management/equivalent
  • Prior experience with customer relationship management desired
  • Knowledge of food banking industry desired 

Other Relevant Skills and Abilities of Supply Chain Specialist – Fresh Connect Central:

  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, written communication and presentation skills 
  • Ability to read, write and understand instructions
  • Strong attention to detail Problem solving – identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner; developing alternative solutions; working well in group problem solving situations.
  • General knowledge of warehouse processes and warehouse systems, intermediate PC skills including Microsoft Office applications, Outlook and ERP/CRM
  • Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with all staff members, agencies, volunteers, and donors. 
  • Ability to perform basic math functions, (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
  • Ability to count accurately and maintain accurate records.
  • Understands warehouse inventory.
  • Be accountable and meet deadlines on a consistent basis. Ability to create, analyze and present reports
  • Valid driver’s license/Clean driving record /Must be insurable by company vehicle insurance provider

Work Environment & Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an individual must meet in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Gleaners will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

  • Ability to push, pull, lift, move, and/or carry up to 25lbs at least 1% of the time.
  • Ability to physically move within the office/warehouse
  • Ability to sit, stand, speak clearly, see, feel, and have manual dexterity.
  • Ability to drive
  • Both an office and a warehouse environment, which can be noisy
  • Some activity in refrigerated environment
  • Work with others and independently
  • Exposure to outdoors (i.e. all weather conditions)
  • Moving vehicles and equipment  
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  • Ability to work well with others, including face-to-face and verbal contact 
  • Fast paced and deadline oriented
  • Frequent use of computer
  • Flexible schedule, nights and weekends as needed

Gleaners Food Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, pregnancy, leave status, genetic information, veteran status, creed, citizenship status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, or any other status or category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

BLUE RIDGE AREA FOOD BANK

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Location:  Verona, VA
(This position is on-site and in-person. It is expected that the CEO will live in the area served by the Food Bank.)

Posted February 26, 2025

The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank (the Food Bank) is called to serve the growing numbers of community members who are living with hunger in the Blue Ridge region. Founded in 1981, this nonprofit was initially considered “an experiment in rural food banking.” Today, the organization is the largest hunger-relief organization in central and western Virginia. With a service area that covers about a third of the state, the Food Bank is one of seven food banks in Virginia and a partner food bank of Feeding America. The Food Bank serves 25 counties and eight (8) cities through a branch system with warehouses in Verona (headquarters), Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Winchester.
In 2023, the Food Bank identified its 5-year strategic direction using insights from their guests, neighbors, and partners regarding priorities or challenges related to charitable food assistance. The knowledge gained from Food Bank-hosted listening sessions, additional research, and decades of food banking experience guided the development of a bold roadmap. The following strategic goals will deepen the Food Bank’s impact in the years ahead:
• Eliminate Disparities in Access to Nutritious Food – Strengthen and diversify our partnerships to provide effective and equitable food assistance
• Improve Health of Guests – Prioritize and expand access to nutritious and desirable foods
• Support Household Financial Stability – Connect neighbors with resources that support their food security and health
• Maintain a Strong and Sustainable Organization – Continued investment and improvement in data and insights, human resources, communications, infrastructure, revenue, and equipment
The Food Bank seeks a leader who will work passionately to ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food. This individual will be a tireless advocate for the Food Bank’s mission and impact and will inspire others to support successful outcomes. This experienced leader is dedicated to the Food Bank’s trajectory and will collaborate with the Board, staff, volunteers, donors, supporting organizations, and other partners to achieve the organization’s ambitious goals. This individual has experience leading and directing complex organizations with diverse internal and external constituencies.
They may have prior experience in the nonprofit, corporate, and/or government sectors that equip them to excel in an organization where no two days will be the same. They have experience sharing leadership and collaborating with a diversity of internal and external constituencies to achieve results. This person flourishes in complex environments and enjoys working with partners and stakeholders representing many lived experiences and perspectives. They care about the people served by the Food Bank.
The salary range for this position annually is between $180,000 and $250,000 and will be commensurable with experience. The Food Bank has a supportive culture, encourages professional development, and is an organization that cares about employee wellbeing. The comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexibility Spending Account (FSA), Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Basic Life and AD&D. 401K Profit Sharing Plan. Generous Paid Personal Time Off, Parental Leave and Volunteer Time Off and Paid Holidays. Memberships and Professional Development. Use of Company Vehicles. Relocation support may be available.
If you want to play a key role in this dynamic organization, please confidentially submit a current resume and cover letter to Kittleman & Associates. The cover letter is an opportunity to showcase your passion for the Food Bank’s purpose, mission, core values and beliefs, and demonstrate your organizational impact in current or prior roles. This position is on-site and in-person. It is expected that the CEO will live in the area served by the Food Bank.
This role will be filled as soon as possible, and the application deadline is Friday, March 21, 2025.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO KITTLEMAN ONLINE:
All qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank (BRAFB) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants in all aspects of human resource management. Equal employment opportunities (EEO) are available to all persons, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, genetics or otherwise qualified person with disabilities.
The policy does not permit the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance criteria, or qualifications in order to give preference to any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of the above prohibitions.