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Team Lead, Logistics

DSV

Bensenville, ILFull-time$21.53–26.91/hrPosted 2w agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$21.53–26.91/hr
Location
Bensenville, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Logistics Team Lead oversees day-to-day logistics operations and manages a team of logistics professionals. The role focuses on efficient operations, timely and well-conditioned deliveries, inventory availability, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across departments. The position requires at least five years of logistics or supply chain management experience, including two years in a supervisory role.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Leadership, requiredCommunication, requiredProblem Solving, requiredData Analysis, requiredTransportation Regulations, requiredSafety Standards, requiredLogistics Software, requiredMicrosoft Office Suite, requiredSAP, requiredOracle, requiredEnglish, requiredTeam Management, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Logistics or Related, required5+ Years Logistics Experience, required2+ Years Supervisory Experience, requiredMaster's in Logistics or Related, nice to haveCertified Logistics Professional, nice to haveCertified Supply Chain Professional, nice to haveTransportation or Logistics Industry Experience, nice to haveFluent English, required

Full job description

FRAUD ALERT: Please note that DSV will never request a chat interview or solicit funds from applicants or employees through its interviewing and hiring process. We do not require any form of payment and will not ask for personal financial information, such as credit card or bank account number. Our recruiters have an @dsv.com or @us.dsv.com email address. If you question the legitimacy of any DSV job posting, please reach out to [email protected].

DSV - Global transport and logistics In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: USA - Bensenville, Devon Avenue

Division: Air & Sea Job Posting Title: Team Lead, Logistics Time Type: Full Time

Summary

As a Logistics Team Lead at DSV, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day logistics operations of the company. You will manage a team of logistics professionals, ensuring that they are performing their duties effectively and efficiently. You will also be responsible for maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring that shipments are delivered on time and in good condition.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of logistics professionals, including hiring, training, and scheduling.

  • Develop and implement logistics strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

  • Ensure that shipments are picked up and delivered on time and in good condition.

  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers to ensure that materials are available when needed.

  • Communicate with customers to address concerns and resolve issues.

  • Implement and maintain logistics software systems to track inventory, shipments, and delivery schedules.

  • Work closely with other departments, such as sales and marketing, to develop strategies for growth and profitability.

  • Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and safety standards.

Educational background / Work experience

  • A bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is typically required for this position.

  • Candidates should have at least five years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with at least two years of experience in a supervisory role.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

  • Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards.

  • Proficiency in logistics software systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.

Function / Market & Industry Knowledge / Business Acumen / Processes

Supervisory Responsibilities (if any)

  • This position will have supervisory responsibilities for a team of logistics professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.

  • Professional certifications, such as Certified Logistics Professional (CLP) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).

  • Experience in the transportation or logistics industry.

Language skills

  • Fluent in English (oral and written)

Computer Literacy

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as logistics software systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or similar, is required.

At Will Employment

DSV Air & Sea Inc. employees are hired for an undefined period of time as “at will” employees. This means that an employee may be terminated for any reason, or no reason at all, at any time, provided the discharge does not violate any law*. Additionally, each employee has the right to terminate his/her employment at any time. *Except if employed in Montana, where termination requires just cause.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $21.53 – $26.91 Hourly. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

What moves you?

At DSV, we move more than goods. We move careers, ambitions and opportunities.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we are the global leader in transport and logistics, and it is our people who bring our services and solutions to life every day. From frontline operations to business functions, every role contributes to keeping supply chains flowing and societies running.

Here, you are trusted to take ownership, act on your ideas and make decisions that create real impact. It is a place where people, careers and ideas keep moving forward. We value transparency in how we communicate and collaborate, and we win together by supporting each other, challenging each other and delivering results as a team.

Start here. Go anywhere

This is our promise of movement. A promise that your work matters, your contribution counts, and your career can move as far as your ambition takes it.

If you are looking to make an impact, grow your career and be part of something bigger, DSV is the place to be.

Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook

#StartHereGoAnywhere #LifeAtDSV

How this job compares

Set against the 1,050 open Logistics Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 40 open Logistics Manager jobs in Illinois and 1,050 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Logistics Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (935 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 170 of the 1,050 open Logistics Manager jobs (16%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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