Global Transportation & Logistics Leader

DSJ Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global seeks a Global Logistics & Transportation Manager in Chicago, IL (onsite) to lead transportation operations, carrier strategy, and trade compliance across domestic and international markets. This leadership role focuses on performance, cost management, and building a high‑performing logistics organization.

The ideal candidate blends strong domestic freight expertise with knowledge of international logistics and compliance to drive service improvements and optimal cost structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 6+ years of transportation, logistics, or supply chain leadership experience.
• 4+ years of people leadership experience.
• Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP platforms, and logistics reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead inbound and outbound transportation operations across domestic and international networks.
• Develop and execute transportation strategies that improve service, visibility, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Build transportation roadmaps focused on process optimization, network improvements, and technology utilization.
• Evaluate transportation modes, service providers, routing strategies, and operational capabilities to support business objectives.
• Utilize transportation analytics and reporting tools to identify improvement opportunities and support data‑driven decision making.
• Manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and third‑party logistics providers.
• Support carrier sourcing initiatives, network reviews, and transportation cost reduction programs.
• Conduct benchmarking, performance reviews, and partner evaluations to ensure service and cost objectives are achieved.
• Participate in transportation‑related RFPs and supplier selection activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of transportation and trade compliance professionals.
• Create a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
• Drive succession planning, employee development, and organizational capability building.
• Manage performance reviews, workforce planning, hiring, and talent development activities.
• Support and oversee import/export compliance activities across multiple regions.
• Ensure transportation and trade practices align with applicable customs, trade, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve trade compliance procedures, controls, and documentation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support international shipping activities and new market expansion efforts.
• Collaborate with trade compliance specialists and subject matter experts to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Own transportation budgets, forecasting, and cost management initiatives.
• Develop and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and performance scorecards.
• Identify and implement freight savings opportunities and transportation optimization projects.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and operational performance reviews.

Job description

DSJ Global seeks a Global Logistics & Transportation Manager in Chicago, IL (onsite) to lead transportation operations, carrier strategy, and trade compliance across domestic and international markets. This leadership role focuses on performance, cost management, and building a high‑performing logistics organization.

The ideal candidate blends strong domestic freight expertise with knowledge of international logistics and compliance to drive service improvements and optimal cost structures.