Operations Manager in Bolingbrook

Job Description

Operations Manager

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Location: Bolingbrook, IL

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Compensation: $100,000 - $110,000 Base Salary + Bonus Opportunity

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Employment Type: Full-Time

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Overview

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We are seeking an experienced Distribution Center Manager to lead a high-volume logistics and warehouse operation in the Bolingbrook area. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational performance, developing teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining a safe and efficient distribution environment.

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The ideal candidate will combine strong operational expertise with excellent people leadership skills. Success in this role requires a hands-on management style, the ability to build strong customer relationships, and a proven track record of achieving results within a fast-paced warehouse or third-party logistics environment.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Lead all day-to-day warehouse and distribution operations, ensuring service, quality, safety, and productivity objectives are achieved.

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• Manage operational performance through KPI tracking, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

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• Develop and manage site budgets, monitor financial performance, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

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• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through proactive communication and solution-oriented problem solving.

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• Develop, coach, and mentor supervisors and team members to support employee growth and organizational success.

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• Oversee inventory accuracy, warehouse flow, space utilization, and operational efficiency.

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• Create a positive, accountable, and engaged work environment that promotes employee retention and performance.

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• Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations.

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• Drive process improvements that support operational excellence and enhanced customer service.

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• Partner with senior leadership to execute strategic initiatives and achieve business objectives.

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• Oversee facility operations, maintenance coordination, and equipment readiness.

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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

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• 10+ years of warehouse, distribution, logistics, or 3PL experience.

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• 5+ years of leadership experience managing supervisors and frontline teams.

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• Proven ability to lead customer-focused distribution operations.

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• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and operational metrics.

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• Demonstrated success improving operational performance through process optimization and continuous improvement.

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• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

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• Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

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• Experience using warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office applications.

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• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

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Experience

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• Third-party logistics (3PL) leadership experience.

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• Multi-shift warehouse or distribution operations leadership.

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• Experience supporting complex customer accounts.

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• Lean, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.

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Why This Opportunity?

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• Lead a critical distribution operation with significant impact on performance and customer satisfaction.

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• Join a growing organization that values leadership development and operational excellence.

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• Opportunity to influence culture, build teams, and drive measurable business results.

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• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

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