Head of Contract Logistics

2 days ago

Chicago, IL, United States ATA Full-time $180,000 - $320,000

Location: Des Moines, IA | Chicago, IL | Kansas City, MO | St. Louis, MO | Indianapolis, IN

Lead Growth. Build Strategy. Drive Results.

We are looking for an accomplished Head of Contract Logistics – USA to lead the growth and strategic development of our U.S. 3PL business.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a commercially driven logistics executive who combines strong business development capabilities, strategic vision, operational understanding, and full P&L ownership. You will play a key role in expanding our market presence, developing strategic customer partnerships, and building a scalable, profitable contract logistics business.

What You’ll Lead

  • Business Growth: Develop and execute the U.S. contract logistics growth strategy, identifying new markets, customers, and service opportunities.
  • Sales & Commercial Leadership: Drive new business acquisition, lead major customer pursuits and contract negotiations, and expand strategic accounts.
  • P&L Ownership: Take full responsibility for business performance, revenue growth, profitability, and margin improvement.
  • Operational Excellence: Provide strategic oversight of warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring strong customer service, performance, and continuous improvement.
  • Leadership & Development: Build, lead, and develop high-performing commercial and solutioning teams while fostering a customer-centric, results-driven culture.

What We’re Looking For

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in 3PL, contract logistics, or supply chain.
  • Proven success growing a logistics business through new customer acquisition and strategic account development.
  • Demonstrated experience leading large RFQs, complex solution selling, and significant commercial negotiations.
  • Strong financial and business acumen, including full P&L responsibility.
  • Experience overseeing multi-client warehouse and logistics operations.
  • A strategic, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to turn opportunities into profitable growth.

Why This Opportunity

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the direction and growth of a U.S. contract logistics business. We are looking for a leader who thinks like an owner, operates strategically, builds strong customer relationships, and knows how to deliver profitable growth.

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