Distribution Operations Lead | Warehouse Manager

FedEx Logistics; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

FedEx Logistics in Elk Grove Village, IL, is hiring to direct and promote continuous improvement and best practices in Distribution Operations under the Distribution Operations Manager.

The role supports Air & Ocean operations, FTZ, CFS, and cross-border distribution, guiding a team and maintaining service levels while controlling costs.

Ideal candidates bring a 4-year degree, 5+ years in distribution/warehousing, and proven leadership; onsite schedule Mon-Fri 8am-5pm with occasional OT.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year degree preferred or equivalent in business.
• Minimum five years of experience in distribution, warehousing, shipping, international freight forwarding, or transportation.
• Advanced knowledge of international and domestic distribution operations.
• Minimum 3 years of management/supervisory experience.
• Excellent management, human relations, and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of safety within operational divisions.
• Strong knowledge of WMS-EDI within distribution industry.
• Strong sales and business development skills preferred.
• TSA certification to operate within CCSF if applicable.
• Advanced knowledge of CFS and FTZ operations; IATA/IMDG/49 CFR DG regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and control input, movement, processing, and output of operations.
• Develop and train staff; manage 1–7 direct reports and up to 40 indirect.
• Oversee inventory of 50 clients with 25,000+ SKUs.
• Maintain service levels while minimizing costs.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Lead large projects and cross-functional coordination.
• Monitor KPIs and communicate with customers and internal partners.

Skills

Leadership

Operations Management

Staff Development

Process Improvement

Budgeting

Safety Compliance

WMS-EDI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

WMS-EDI

Job description

FedEx Logistics in Elk Grove Village, IL, is hiring to direct and promote continuous improvement and best practices in Distribution Operations under the Distribution Operations Manager.

The role supports Air & Ocean operations, FTZ, CFS, and cross-border distribution, guiding a team and maintaining service levels while controlling costs.

Ideal candidates bring a 4-year degree, 5+ years in distribution/warehousing, and proven leadership; onsite schedule Mon-Fri 8am-5pm with occasional OT.