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