DC Operations Leader: Safety, Efficiency & Growth

Roundel; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision

Dental

Life insurance

401(k)

Employee discount

Short term disability

Long term disability

Paid sick leave

Paid national holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Target is hiring in Chicago for a Distribution Center Operations Manager to lead frontline teams ensuring fast guest service. Emphasis on safety, leadership, and process excellence, with accountability for productivity and budget goals in a high‑pace environment.

Core duties include guiding teams, implementing new processes, and coaching staff to improve performance. A four-year degree or equivalent experience is required; strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, with the ability to engage and motivate others.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Good reasoning, conflict-management, and analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to access all areas of the Distribution Center, including the mezzanine platforms.
• Able to read and interpret necessary policies and procedures to perform updates and operate systems within the Distribution Center.

Skills

Four-year degree

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Site access

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Target is hiring in Chicago for a Distribution Center Operations Manager to lead frontline teams ensuring fast guest service. Emphasis on safety, leadership, and process excellence, with accountability for productivity and budget goals in a high‑pace environment.

Core duties include guiding teams, implementing new processes, and coaching staff to improve performance. A four-year degree or equivalent experience is required; strong communication and analytical skills are essential.