Logistics And Warehousing Jobs in Wheeling, IL

We are the world's #1 gummi candy manufacturer. It's a great time to join our growing organization and help spread "Childlike Happiness" (one of our core values) to consumers across the United States. Are you HARIBO?

The Transportation Logistics Analyst is responsible for analyzing and optimizing our transportation process, working with 3PL carriers to get our product to retailers across the United States. Focusing on outbound shipments, the Transportation Logistics Analyst will trace, track, and record OTR-Over The Road shipments while focusing on ways to optimize the transportation process, create efficiencies, and reduce costs. Additional responsibilities include daily and weekly calls with 3PL carriers, create shipments through EDI/Electronic Data Interchange and SAP, analyze data, and run outbound transportation related reports.

Located on-site at the HARIBO of America corporate headquarters in Rosemont, Illinois, the Transportation Logistics Analyst will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least three years of experience working in logistics, transportation carrier/freight industry or related logistics roles. Additionally, will possess advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Focus on outbound (OB) transportation with 3PL, OTR-Over The Road carriers
• Track orders and shipments
• Create shipments and transfers, review orders, review shipments, upload data in our EDI and SAP systems and review for errors
• Attend daily and weekly calls with 3PL carriers
• Run reports, analyze data, make recommendations to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Utilize Excel for reporting and analysis

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of related experience in logistics, transportation carrier/freight industry, or related role
• Prior experience utilizing an ERP system for logistics/supply chain purposes
• Demonstrated strong Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with, or for, 3PL transporation carrier providers
• Experience using a TMS - Transportation Management System
• SAP experience
• Prior experience utilizing EDI / Electronic Data Interface within the logistics/supply chain industry
• Experience with load planning in the transportation industry
• Advanced working knowledge of Excel including: data entry, pivot tables, sorting, filtering, graphing, and formulas (SUM, SUMIF, COUNT, COUNTIF, PRODUCT, VLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH, etc)
• Prior experience in the CPG / consumer packaged goods industry

Skills:

• Advanced Excel skills
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking and solve problems
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, highly organized

Compensation and Benefits

Target Hiring Pay Range: $70,000 - $85,000 annually

This pay range represents the min/max target annual base salary range HARIBO of America, Inc. may pay for this position at the time of this posting. Please note, a candidate's offered annual salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and the geographical location of the role. In addition to the base salary, HARIBO of America, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the well-being of our associates and their families. HARIBO of America, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable pay practices and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay transparency.

HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative or email .

Senior Air Import Specialist - Elk Grove Village, IL

$65,000 - $75,000 (Dependent on experience)

For the selected candidate, we will offer full health benefits, 3 weeks PTO, 401(k) match

With over 40 years in business, we are a dynamic logistics and supply chain organization focused on managing international transportation, global sourcing, and cross-border trade operations. By leveraging our network of international partners and transportation providers, we ensure the efficient and reliable movement of goods across global markets. Headquartered in the United States, we operate a global network of over 1,200 employees across 15 offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Position Overview

The Senior Air Import Specialist will play a critical role in managing inbound air freight operations and coordinating with international suppliers and logistics partners to ensure shipments move efficiently from origin to final delivery. A large portion of this role will support pharmaceutical and life sciences imports, requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to documentation, and coordination with partners handling temperature-sensitive and regulated shipments.

This role serves as a key point of contact between suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to ensure shipments are processed efficiently and in compliance with import regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage international air import shipments from origin through final delivery
• Communicate with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, and airline partners to schedule and track inbound air freight
• Support the import of pharmaceutical and life sciences products, ensuring proper handling and documentation for regulated or temperature-sensitive shipments
• Prepare, review, and process air import documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and arrival notices
• Work closely with customs brokers to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance
• Monitor inbound shipments and proactively address flight delays, customs holds, or documentation issues
• Coordinate domestic transportation and final delivery once shipments arrive at U.S. airports
• Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations, customs requirements, and company policies
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, freight invoices, and import documentation
• Track freight costs, duties, and tariffs when applicable
• Provide shipment updates and logistics reporting to internal teams and stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve shipment visibility and logistics processes

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a similar air import role
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical/healthcare shipments strongly preferred but not required
• Basic knowledge of customs procedures, shipping documentation, and international logistics processes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Elk Grove Village, is hiring a Senior Air Import Specialist.

• Average $2,560 per week
• 3,500 weekly miles
• Paid layover
• Paid detention
• Medical, dental, and vision from day one
• Semi-annual safety bonus
• Fuel cards
• 24 hour dispatch

Go2 Logistics has been delivering reliable freight transportation and logistics services to companies of all sizes for 20 years. Committed to quality, safety, and reliability, Go2 has built a strong reputation among its valued clients, who depend on the timely and precise delivery of their shipments. With multiple terminals across the country, Go2 Logistics is able to offer top-tier logistics solutions. Our services include refrigerated LTL, dry LTL, dedicated truckloads, air freight, intermodal, as well as warehousing and cold storage. We are an asset-based freight logistics company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions. With a strong focus on excellence, innovation, and compliance, we take pride in maintaining the highest standards of safety across our fleet and operations.

• Valid CDL-A
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Pre-employment drug test
• No more than four (4) moving violations in the past three (3) years, or two (2) in the past twelve (12) months

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Director, Indirect Procurement to join their team. You will lead a large, enterprise-wide spend portfolio. This is a highly visible role for a procurement leader who thrives in hands-on, stakeholder-facing environments and brings deep expertise across transportation, logistics, facilities, and utilities categories. This position offers the opportunity to shape strategy while remaining closely embedded in the business—working directly with executive leadership, plant operations, and cross-functional partners to drive value, resilience, and long-term capability.

The Opportunity:

The Director of Indirect Procurement will own and lead a $1B+ annual indirect spend portfolio, with primary emphasis on:

• Transportation and logistics (3PL – over-the-road and ocean).
• Warehousing and distribution services.
• Utilities, facilities, and site services.

This leader will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that balance cost, service, risk, and scalability across a multi-site manufacturing and operations footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across transportation, logistics, warehousing, utilities, facilities, and related indirect categories.
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior executives and site leadership, ensuring procurement is fully embedded in core business decisions.
• Drive total cost of ownership improvements while maintaining service continuity and supply assurance.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations and long-term contractual strategies across domestic and international providers.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships that enable innovation, flexibility, and performance improvement.
• Partner closely with operations, finance, engineering, and HR to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Develop and manage annual value creation targets, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement governance, policies, and standards are consistently applied across the organization.

Leadership & Talent Development:

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing indirect procurement team.
• Play an active role in hiring, onboarding, and succession planning for procurement talent.
• Establish clear performance expectations, development plans, and engagement rhythms.
• Foster a hands-on, collaborative culture that values accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a primary procurement interface to executive leadership and senior business stakeholders.
• Navigate complex, sometimes competing priorities across multiple plants and functions.
• Travel to manufacturing sites, vendors, and key stakeholders as needed (approximately 20–25%; majority of sites located in IL/WI).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Significant, progressive leadership experience in indirect procurement within large, complex organizations.
• Deep expertise in transportation procurement (3PL – over-the-road and ocean), warehousing, utilities, and facilities.
• Proven experience managing and influencing large-scale spend portfolios (approaching or exceeding $1B annually).
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, challenge, and partner at the senior leadership level.
• Hands-on leadership style with a track record of being embedded in the business.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing, industrial, or asset-intensive environments.
• Background in organizations with mature procurement and sourcing functions.
• Exposure to international suppliers and global sourcing strategies.

Compensation Range: $200,000 - $240,000 + 25% Bonus

Benefits Offered: 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Director, Indirect Procurementlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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Our Crew Members create a warm and friendly shopping experience in our stores. We answer questions, offer suggestions, and ensure our customers know they are welcomed and cared for. We entertain customers and make grocery shopping an exciting adventure.

Some responsibilities may include:

• Working on teams to accomplish goals
• Operating the cash register in a fun and efficient manner
• Bagging groceries with care
• Stocking shelves
• Creating signage to inform and delight customers
• Helping customers find their favorite products

You'll learn a lot. You're not stuck doing one task here. Each Crew Member contributes to creating a WOW customer experience by participating in all aspects of the job.

If you have experience in art including penmanship, working with chalk, and large signage, that's a plus.

If you have a passion for people and a fervor for food, we'd love to meet you. We can teach you the rest.

Stores have the greatest need for people that can work evenings and weekends.

Trader Joe's is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse Crew.

The Irca Group is an international leader in high quality finished and semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry, and ice cream markets. With a solid history of over 100 years in the industry, the Group has its headquarters in Italy (Gallarate) and a strong global footprint with 23 production sites and over 2000 employees in Europe, the United States and Vietnam.

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry Sweet complements our existing categories with the addition of sweet particulates, chocolate confections, inclusions, variegates and frozen fruit purees.

Through its 8 key brands (IRCA, Dobla, in2food, Via Degli Orsini, JoyGelato, RaviFruit, Cesarin and Anastasi) the IRCA Group offers an unparalleled \"one-stop shop\" approach for delivering quality solutions to all ingredients needs, through a broad range of innovative products. We offer every day and seasonal solutions to 3 macro channels: Gourmet, Food Manufacturing and Consumer Product (Retail). \"Extraordinary made simple\"

As a Cycle Counter you will be part of our supply chain team. The Cycle Counter will perform the following but not limited to:

• Analyze, compute, and verify work orders sent up daily from production.
• Verify clerical computation against work orders and investigate and report reasons for discrepancies to supervisor.
• Maintain the operation summary worksheet.
• Enter daily production of finished goods and any corresponding scraps and receipts for rework/regrind using the inventory control programs.
• Enter daily work orders into the computer system using the inventory control programs.
• Advise supervisor if FIFO or negative inventory issues are detected.
• Maintain and update all attachments to work orders received.
• Work with Quality Assurance Dept. to track the hold status of products and enter product movement in the inventory control programs.
• Reconcile MOs as appropriate.
• Attendance is part of employee performance.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrate proficient math skills.
• Strong analytical skills & excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrate knowledge usage of ERP systems and other IT systems and proficient in MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication & presentation skills (verbal and nonverbal).

Irca Group offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision, 401(k) matching, Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Employee Education Tuition Reimbursement Program

$20 - $25 an hour

Position: Cargo Handler

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule: 8:30am - 5pm Wed-Sun

Job Description:

Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight is required. All necessary training and materials for this position are provided.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight through our distribution network
• Accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
• Safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks/pallets jack and forklifts
• Must be able to obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required
• Verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards are achieved
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
• Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
• Must be 18 or older

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated time-definite basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 \"Americas Most Trustworthy Companies\" publication