Chicago - Senior Director of Operations

Caliber • Lombard, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for orchestrating strategic operational initiatives to enhance shipping efficiency, leading cross-functional teams in deploying analytics to reduce logistics bottlenecks, and introducing sustainability practices across all logistic operations. The position also involves driving the integration of cutting-edge logistics technologies, managing and optimizing a logistics spend exceeding $3 billion, and championing a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. The company delivers multimodal transportation and logistics solutions across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, backed by a multibillion-dollar freight network and direct contracts with major Class 1 rail carriers. It serves various industries and holds Responsible Care® certification. The company combines deep carrier relationships, a broad equipment fleet, and AI-powered technology to optimize freight movement and pricing, while its sustainability initiative focuses on reducing costs and environmental impact.

Requirements

• 10+ years experience in logistics and supply chain management with an emphasis on multimodal solutions.
• Proven track record of strategic leadership in high-growth environments within the logistics sector.
• Expertability in leveraging technology and data analytics to drive decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Strong skills in fostering international collaboration across diverse teams and regions.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate strategic operational initiatives to enhance shipping efficiency, diminishing transit times by 20% within the first year.
• Lead cross-functional teams in deploying analytics to reduce logistics bottlenecks, achieving a 30% increase in carrier collaboration.
• Introduce sustainability practices across all logistic operations, targeting a 25% reduction in carbon emissions by the end of year two.
• Drive the integration of cutting-edge logistics technologies, streamlining processes by 25% and increasing operational agility.
• Manage and optimize a logistics spend exceeding $3 billion, ensuring budget adherence and cost-efficiency improvements.
• Champion a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, cultivating development tailored solutions that exceed client expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed