Director of Warehouse Operations & Logistics

Job description

Director of Warehouse Operations & Logistics : Location: Joliet, IL We’re looking for a high-ownership, entrepreneurial Director of Warehouse Operations & Logistics to run day-to-day warehouse and logistics operations for a growing company. This is not a desk job and not a corporate “middle manager” role. You will own execution — people, process, inventory, and transportation — with clear KPIs, real authority to improve systems, and direct impact on profitability and customer satisfaction. This role starts hands-on and execution-focused , and evolves as processes tighten and the operation matures — allowing more time for planning, analysis, optimization, and strategic cost control. If you thrive wearing multiple hats, building structure, and treating operations like a business within a business, this role is for you. What You’ll Own (Your Scorecard): You are accountable for performance across these core KPIs: You will have the authority — and expectation — to improve these metrics. - On-time, in-full (OTIF) shipping - Inventory accuracy & cycle count variance - Labor productivity & overtime control - Freight and transportation cost per order / per pound - Transportation cost varian...