lv search partnersMundelein, IL
Director of Warehouse Operations
Director of Warehouse Operations
Director of Warehouse Operations
lv search partnersMundelein, IL
3 days ago
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersGeneral and Operations ManagersSupply Chain Managers
General Warehousing and StorageOther Warehousing and StorageProcess, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
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Overview:
We are partnering with a global leader in packaging as they evolve their distribution and fulfillment model from a 3PL to a 4PL environment. This role is designed for a hands-on, commercially minded Warehouse Operations leader who understands the end-to-end economics of warehouse and logistics operations and can operate like a true business partner. This individual will oversee domestic warehouse operations while managing external logistics partners, driving cost control, service levels, and operational scalability. The role requires deep knowledge of 3PL/4PL structures, labor models, and international logistics, with ongoing exposure to overseas manufacturing and shipping from China.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and optimize warehouse operations during the transition from 3PL to 4PLOwn the operational and financial performance of warehouse and logistics functions
Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, freight partners, and vendors
Oversee inbound and outbound operations including:
- Pallet handling and storage
- Picking, packing, boxing, and loading
- Domestic and international shipping
- Maintain strong understanding of cost drivers, including:
- Pallet and storage fees
- Labor hours and productivity
- Shipping and freight costs
- Packaging and handling expenses
- Build and manage labor models across hourly and salaried teams
- Monitor KPIs around throughput, accuracy, service levels, and cost efficiency
- Partner cross-functionally with production, supply chain, finance, and leadership
- Support international logistics coordination, including ongoing shipments from ChinaDrive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and scalability initiatives
Qualifications:
- Proven experience leading warehouse operations within 3PL and/or 4PL environments
- Strong understanding of warehouse economics and P&L impact
- Experience managing labor models, productivity, and workforce planning
- Knowledge of domestic and international logistics, including ocean freight
- Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels
- Experience within packaging, manufacturing, CPG, or regulated environments preferred
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- True business operator with a strong financial and operational mindset
- Comfortable owning outcomes, budgets, and vendor performance
- Experienced in scaling operations and navigating structural transitions (3PL → 4PL)
- Strong communicator who can align internal teams and external partners
- Open to onsite leadership in a Las Vegas operational environment
- Why This RoleKey leadership role during a major operational evolution
- High visibility and direct impact on cost structure and scalability
- Opportunity to build a best-in-class logistics operation within a global brand
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Level
Manager
Location
Mundelein, IL
Occupation
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
Industry
General Warehousing and Storage
Posted
3 days ago