Director of Special Projects: Warehouse & Transportation

Roadtex; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Roadtex Transportation seeks a seasoned Director, Roadtex Special Projects (Warehouse & Transportation) to lead strategic initiatives across warehouse, distribution, and transport operations, partnering with cross-functional teams to improve service, reduce costs, and drive growth.

You will oversee project planning, staffing, and execution, ensure safety and budget compliance, and report progress to senior leadership while mentoring site leaders and coordinating with Sales, Legal, IT, and

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of experience in warehouse, distribution, transportation, logistics, supply chain, or 3PL operations.
• Five or more years of leadership experience, including leading projects, improvement efforts, or field teams.
• Experience with warehouse and transportation systems, reporting, and KPI tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead key projects from planning through completion.
• Turn business needs and operational issues into clear project plans.
• Work with cross-functional teams to complete projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Provide updates, recommendations, and decision support to senior leaders.

Skills

Strong communication

Data-driven

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Safety minded

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

WMS / TMS systems

Job description

Roadtex Transportation seeks a seasoned Director, Roadtex Special Projects (Warehouse & Transportation) to lead strategic initiatives across warehouse, distribution, and transport operations, partnering with cross-functional teams to improve service, reduce costs, and drive growth.

You will oversee project planning, staffing, and execution, ensure safety and budget compliance, and report progress to senior leadership while mentoring site leaders and coordinating with Sales, Legal, IT, and