Jobs · Management · Illinois

Director North America Surface Transportation Commercial Center

Ladders · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$206k–$359k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall performance of the center, owning P&L results including revenue, margin, productivity, forecasting, and expense management
  • Drive exceptional customer outcomes by ensuring strong customer relationships and oversight of strategic issue resolution
  • Establish and reinforce effective operating rhythms, governance, performance metrics, and accountability frameworks
  • Lead day-to-day operations by aligning resources, removing barriers, and improving workflows
  • Champion adoption and effective use of enterprise technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance performance
  • Develop and lead a high-performing leadership team through clear expectations and fostering a culture of accountability
  • Serve as the senior leader for the center, collaborating with enterprise stakeholders to align priorities

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 8 years of leadership experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, commercial operations, or a related business field
  • Minimum 4 years of direct people leadership experience, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and talent development
  • Proven experience leading business operations with accountability for financial, customer, operational, or productivity outcomes

Benefits

  • Three medical plans including prescription drug coverage and enhanced fertility benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account (with employer contribution)
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) for U.S. salaried employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) for others
  • Paid parental leave and time off to volunteer
  • Charitable Giving Match Program and 401(k) with 6% company matching
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan and broad career development opportunities

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