Warehouse Operations Lead - Distribution & Freight

FedEx; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Logistics is seeking a Distribution Operations Supervisor to direct and promote continuous improvement in all distribution activities. You will lead a team, implement SOPs, and manage costs while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across air and cross-border operations.

The role requires 3+ years in distribution/warehousing or freight forwarding, with at least 1 year in a leadership capacity; strong communication and safety knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year associates or college degree preferred/equivalent in business.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in Distribution, Warehousing, Shipping, or International Freight Forwarding, or Transportation Industry
• Strong knowledge of various International and Domestic Distribution Operational activities
• Minimum 1 year leadership role required.
• Strong basic management, human relations, interpersonal, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Knowledge in safety awareness within an operational division

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and control the input, movement, process/sort, and output of the operations to ensure a high level of service and quality at a minimal cost.
• Directly involved in the implementation of SOPs, ensuring standards are maintained throughout the department.
• Develops/reviews cost for all Distribution Operational activities.
• Maintain accurately all required inventory/reports/paperwork, payroll, performance reviews, and personal record statistics.
• Ensure safety and security of the distribution inventory and associate safety by complying with regulations.
• Communicate serious client problems or delays to management promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Inventory control

WMS-EDI familiarity

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in business

Tools

MHE certification

Forklift operation

Yard hostler

Reach trucks

Job description

FedEx Logistics is seeking a Distribution Operations Supervisor to direct and promote continuous improvement in all distribution activities. You will lead a team, implement SOPs, and manage costs while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across air and cross-border operations.

The role requires 3+ years in distribution/warehousing or freight forwarding, with at least 1 year in a leadership capacity; strong communication and safety knowledge are essential.