Warehousing Operations Leader - Drive Profit & Service

Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC leads warehousing operations in Joliet, IL, overseeing all fiscal and operational functions at the site. The role directs operations and sales activities to sustain high service levels, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years in transportation/logistics, with supervisory experience and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent in related field.
• 5–7 years of supervisory/managerial experience in transportation/logistics preferred.
• Experience managing P&L and external service providers.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain profitable, cost-efficient operations and ensure policy compliance.
• Lead site operations to maximize profitability and deliver superior service.
• Assist with moving freight and staging materials as needed.
• Manage location resources to support efficient operations.
• Build positive customer relations and address daily issues.
• continually improve processes for excellent customer relations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Financial management

Vendor management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC leads warehousing operations in Joliet, IL, overseeing all fiscal and operational functions at the site. The role directs operations and sales activities to sustain high service levels, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years in transportation/logistics, with supervisory experience and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.