Senior Warehouse & Logistics Lead - Food Manufacturing

CPS, Inc.; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager, Warehouse & Logistics to lead multi-facility warehouse operations in the northwest Chicago suburbs. You will oversee inbound/outbound logistics, inventory control, and distribution performance to improve efficiency and service levels.

The role requires 5+ years of warehouse leadership in food manufacturing, familiarity with shelf-life items and USDA regulations, and strong ERP/MRP knowledge. Excellent leadership and presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Warehouse/Distribution Operations or related field.
• 5+ years of warehouse leadership experience within the food manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of shelf-life items with expiration dates; knowledge of USDA regulations.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Executive presence and outstanding presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, staging, inventory control, and shipping.
• Oversee inbound/outbound logistics, routing, truck utilization, and distribution efficiency.
• Partner with Sales, Purchasing, and other departments to ensure product availability and customer service.
• Drive customer fill rates and maintain accurate inventory, lot codes, warehouse locations, and ERP transactions.
• Manage slow-moving and obsolete inventory to minimize write-offs.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for warehouse accuracy, capacity, slotting, route optimization, and transportation utilization.
• Maintain warehouse safety, equipment, and operational procedures.

Skills

Leadership experience

Inventory management

USDA regulations

ERP/MRP systems

Executive presence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Warehouse/Distribution Operations

Job description

CPS, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager, Warehouse & Logistics to lead multi-facility warehouse operations in the northwest Chicago suburbs. You will oversee inbound/outbound logistics, inventory control, and distribution performance to improve efficiency and service levels.

The role requires 5+ years of warehouse leadership in food manufacturing, familiarity with shelf-life items and USDA regulations, and strong ERP/MRP knowledge. Excellent leadership and presentation skills are essential.