Strategic Projects Lead, Logistics & Operations

Central Transport; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Transport LLC is seeking a Special Projects Manager to lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives across the organization. You will partner with executive leadership, terminal management and corporate teams to plan and execute projects that drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, service quality, and strategic growth.

Hours vary by project; travel is required on a 3-week cycle, with flights coordinated by the Corporate Travel department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in LTL transportation, logistics, operations management, or project management.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with transportation management systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support terminal leadership by standardizing procedures and educating staff to ensure continuous KPI improvements.
• Utilize data analytics to structure staff schedules that coincide with arrival patterns to improve efficiency and cycle integrity.
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure a dock layout that reduces travel between load/unload doors while also reducing overall dock congestion.
• Ensure that all leaders understand the importance of audit compliance, including maintaining a safe, clean, and organized facility.
• Provide daily feedback regarding KPIs to terminal management at the 21 largest facilities in the network.
• Support terminal startups, expansions, and major process changes as assigned.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Data analytics

Project management

LTL logistics

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business / Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Central Transport LLC is seeking a Special Projects Manager to lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives across the organization. You will partner with executive leadership, terminal management and corporate teams to plan and execute projects that drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, service quality, and strategic growth.

Hours vary by project; travel is required on a 3-week cycle, with flights coordinated by the Corporate Travel department.