Associate General Manager - Chicago

Site Address
6500 W 51st Chicago IL 60638

Who We Are

Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines such as Chinese Japanese Korean and Thai to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing manufacturing logistics and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US over 2 million square feet of warehousing space and a fleet of more than 1000 trucks were the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

At Conexus Food Solutions we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. Were looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together well deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.

What Youll Do

Assistant General Manager (AGM) Chicago Facility

As the Assistant General Manager (AGM) at our Chicago facility you will play a critical role in overseeing the full scope of daily warehouse operations across both day and night shifts. This position requires a hands-on leader with strong operational oversight a sense of urgency and a deep understanding of logistics quality and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shift Oversight & Operational Leadership: Provide end-to-end operational oversight of both day and night shifts ensuring seamless execution of all inbound outbound and transfer processes. Maintain consistent floor presence to ensure quality control labor optimization and accountability across teams.
• Logistics & Coordination: Collaborate closely with the logistics and transportation teams to manage outbound routing inbound scheduling and cross-dock transfers. Maintain alignment with Distribution Center (DC) leadership and ensure proactive communication between departments.
• Quality & Compliance Management: Oversee adherence to food safety AQL standards and ERP documentation accuracy. Actively monitor quality checks inventory accuracy and transfer protocols to meet service and safety standards.
• Responsiveness & Flexibility: Demonstrate urgency in decision-making and communication. Show flexibility to work outside of standard business hours to ensure business continuity and cross-shift collaboration.
• Systems & Reporting: Provide oversight and training in ERP systems support data-driven reporting and ensure real-time updates across business functions. Manage and analyze key performance metrics including outbound efficiency transfer timeliness and error rates.
• Transportation Management: Assist in the coordinate transportation activities including dispatch routing and scheduling of shipments. Optimize transportation for cost-effectiveness timeliness and safety while tracking transportation metricsto identify opportunities for improvement in cost efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Safety Management: Ensure compliance with all local state and federal safety regulations (i.e. OSHA DOT) conduct audits and inspections implement safety programs and provide employee safety training.
• People Management: Supervise warehouse transportation and safety staff conduct performance evaluations and assist in recruitment and onboarding. Foster a positive work environment and maintain open communication with employees to address concerns and improve and implement staff training programs to improve performance skillsets and efficiency.
• Facility & Safety Oversight: Ensure the facility is clean organized and operating safely. Drive proactive maintenance of equipment and infrastructure while supporting safety compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Maintain alignment with leadership supply chain and food safety teams. Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration and drive communication across shifts to ensure consistency and clarity in execution.
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Assist in budget management for warehousing and transportation analyze cost and identify cost-saving opportunities and provide regular financial performance reports.
• Customer Service: Collaborate with the customer service team to resolve issues related to warehousing and transportation ensuring timely deliveries and accurate inventory. Address customer complaints or concerns regarding shipments delivery times or inventory discrepancies
• Continuous Improvement: Implement lean methodologies technological advancements and best practices to improve efficiency and reduce costs across operations.
• Reporting and Communication: Prepare reports on performance safety and compliance. Communicate regularly with management and collaborate with other departments to align operational strategies with business goals.

Salary Range: 90K - 120K

Benefits Offered:

• Medical Insurance Comprehensive coverage to help you and your family stay healthy.
• Dental Insurance Preventive care and treatments to keep your smile bright.
• Vision Insurance Coverage for eye exams glasses and contacts.
• Pet Insurance Help ensure your furry friends are covered for unexpected medical expenses.
• Life Insurance Financial protection for your loved ones in the event of the unexpected.
• 401(k) Plan Save for your future with access to a retirement savings plan.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match:Save for your future and grow your retirement savings with company contributions.

Sponsorship for Employment

Conexus Food Solutions does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.