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Operations Manager

Niles, IL 60714

Posted: 01/28/2025 Job Number: 42711162 Pay Rate: $80000 / year

Job Description

Our client, a leading company in the sneaker care industry, is seeking an Operations Manager for their US location in Niles, IL. The Operations Manager oversees all aspects of the US Distribution Centre ensuring goods are received accurately and within the governed timeframes from suppliers. Responsibilities include ensuring sales across the USA are fulfilled correctly, warehouse stock is correctly looked after, and warehouse is fully compliant with all aspects of storing and shipping dangerous goods.
This is a Direct Hire opportunity, which pays a yearly salary of $80,000, as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).

Available shifts include:
1st shift
Operations Manager Responsibilities:
  • Arranging and receiving shipments from worldwide suppliers tasks including, but not limited to creating shipping documentation, arranging carriers, supporting customs clearance, physically receiving shipments, and receiving the goods into the system.
  • The preparation of all sales shipments from the US Distribution Centre. This will include creating relevant shipping documentation, arranging carriers, and ensuring the stock is picked and packed correctly following all pertinent shipping regulations. This will encompass both B2B and B2C shipments as well as all relevant communications with internal and external teams and customers.
  • The safe and accurate storage of all goods within the US Distribution Centre. This will ensure all dangerous goods are stored safely in accordance with local laws, all goods are labeled and stored correctly, ensuring they can be easily accessed to fulfill orders.
  • Ensuring stock levels are kept accurate at all times by completing regular stock counts and maintaining regular stock reports.
  • Overseeing the processing of component pieces and the reworking of finished items to create completed items and packs for sale.
  • Relabelling of goods to ensure that they conform with regional and/or distributors' regulations and can be sold.
  • Processing returns quickly and accurately to maintain stock records.
  • Performing risk assessments for staff and overseeing the maintenance of all equipment, racking, and spaces.
  • General management admin duties include (but are not limited to) checking and approving invoices, authorizing staff holidays, ordering consumables, etc.
  • Overseeing staffing needs including the hiring of additional short/fixed-term staff as and when needed.
  • General warehouse management duties including (but not limited to) annual insurance reviews, warehouse security, and ensuring compliance with the local authorities.
  • Any other ad-hoc duties that may be required to support the business.

Operations Manager Requirements:
  • Previous experience in a similar role managing a warehouse/distribution center is required.
  • Change management experience.
  • Experience in receiving shipments from international locations.
  • Experience working with WMS and ERP systems.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.


About SureStaff 

At SureStaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). 

We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us: 

  • Access to a wide range of job opportunities  

  • Competitive pay 

  • Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP) 

  • Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  

  • Electronic weekly pay 

  • Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support  

SureStaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. 

Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today! 

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About Niles, IL

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