Senior General Manager, Cold Storage Operations

Cold Storage Careers; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a temperature-controlled warehouse facility in Joliet, IL. This role involves overseeing daily operations, driving customer satisfaction, and ensuring operational efficiency across all departments. The ideal candidate should have 7–10 years of leadership experience in cold storage or logistics, strong financial acumen, and the ability to develop high-performing teams. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in WMS and Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of leadership experience in cold storage, warehouse, logistics, or distribution operations.
• Experience with import/export planning and execution.
• Proven ability to manage customer service and warehouse teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations at the temperature-controlled warehouse facility.
• Drive customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Develop and lead transportation strategy, including import/export planning.

Skills

Leadership

Customer relationship management

Financial acumen

Process improvement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

A leading logistics company is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a temperature-controlled warehouse facility in Joliet, IL. This role involves overseeing daily operations, driving customer satisfaction, and ensuring operational efficiency across all departments. The ideal candidate should have 7–10 years of leadership experience in cold storage or logistics, strong financial acumen, and the ability to develop high-performing teams. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in WMS and Microsoft Office are essential.