Job Description

Charles Austin Location
4841 S California Ave. St Chicago, IL 60632
Full-Time | 6-Day Work Week
$68,000 – $80,000

Who We Are

Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

At Conexus Food Solutions we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESOperations Leadership

• Direct and manage all daily warehouse and distribution operations across multiple shifts.
• Oversee inbound receiving, outbound fulfillment, internal transfers, and cross-dock processing.
• Establish and enforce standard operating procedures to ensure consistent, efficient workflows.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics; identify trends and implement corrective action plans.

Team Management & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of supervisors, leads, and associates.
• Manage workforce planning including hiring, scheduling, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment with a focus on employee engagement and retention.
• Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-ones to communicate goals and provide feedback.

Food Safety & Quality Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, AQL standards, and internal quality controls.
• Maintain rigorous inventory accuracy controls and support audits and inspections.
• Partner with QA teams to investigate and resolve food safety or quality incidents promptly.

Transportation & Logistics

• Oversee transportation operations including dispatch, routing, and carrier coordination.
• Ensure full compliance with DOT, OSHA, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with logistics partners to optimize delivery performance and reduce transportation costs.

Financial & Operational Planning

• Develop and manage the facility's operational budget; drive cost control and efficiency initiatives.
• Provide accurate forecasting and capacity planning to support business growth.
• Analyze operational data using ERP systems and reporting tools to guide strategic decisions.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts using lean, process optimization, or similar methodologies.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in warehouse and distribution operations, including inbound, outbound, transfer, and cross-dock functions.
• Proven experience leading multi-shift teams and managing full-site operations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, AQL requirements, and inventory accuracy controls.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing transportation logistics, dispatch, routing, and DOT/OSHA compliance.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, reporting tools, and performance metrics.
• Experience with budgeting, cost control, and operational planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work a 6-day work week with flexible availability based on operational needs.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is required

Sponsorship for Employment

Conexus Food Solutions does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.