Director of Warehouse Operations (Carol Stream) at Adecco

Were partnering with a rapidly growing apparel brand thats scaling its operations across multiple locations. They are looking for a hands-on, strategic Director of Warehousing to lead multi-site distribution, drive operational excellence, and support the launch of new facilities.If youre someone who thrives in fast-growth environments, understands the unique operational demands of apparel/footwear, and knows how to keep high-volume fulfillment moving smoothlythis role is for you.What Youll LeadOversee warehouse operations and logistics across multiple sites.Provide day-to-day leadership at your home base (IL preferred, Milpitas second choice) while supporting other sites through travel as needed.Launch and scale new warehouse locations, ensuring the right processes, staffing, and KPIs are in place from day one.Manage high-volume SKU movement (2,000+ SKUs/day) within an apparel/footwear environment.Lead teams of warehouse managers and supervisors and partner with cross-functional leaders including Operations, Customer Service, and Product.Oversee quality control processes and garment inspection operations.Strengthen 3PL relationships and handle contract negotiation.Drive operational improvements through KPI implementation, workflow optimization, and strategic planning.Ensure seamless returns processing, made-to-order workflows, and distribution that supports fast customer delivery.What Were Looking ForExperience managing multi-site warehouse operations in apparel, footwear, or fashion-based businesses.Proven background launching or standing up new warehouse facilities.Strong leadership experience guiding managers and large warehouse teams.Comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on operational oversight.Experience with QC/garment inspection processes is a plus.Skilled in KPI development, process optimization, and driving fulfillment speed.Ability to build strong internal and external partnerships, including managing 3PLs.Growth mindset, highly adaptable, and able to hit the ground running in a fast-scaling company.LocationCarol Stream, IL preferred locationMilpitas/San Jose, CA second optionOpen to relocation for strong candidatesTravel required as needed between warehouse sitesPlease submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to Alissa at [email protected]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.adeccousa.com/candidate-privacy/. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.