Logistics, Transportation, Technology, Supply Chain

Director of Intermodal

Chicago, ILOnsiteFull TimeDirector$131,000–$152,000 /yrPosted 11 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

intermodal transportation
rail freight
logistics operations
managerial experience
customer-facing roles
SOPs
KPIs
strategic initiatives
business growth
system migrations

Nice to have

Transportation
Logistics
Supply Chain Management
people leadership
3PL
4PL

Role summary

Uber Freight seeks a Director of Operations for its Intermodal division. This hybrid, full-time role requires 8-10+ years in intermodal transportation, focusing on rail freight and logistics, with 5+ years in team leadership. The Director will drive strategic vision, operational execution, and financial outcomes, including cost savings and margin maximization. Responsibilities include overseeing customer accounts, ensuring service excellence, managing carrier relationships, implementing process improvements, and leading team development through performance management and mentoring. Experience with SOPs, KPIs, system migrations, and financial performance management is crucial. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and experience with 3PL/4PL environments and data visualization tools like Tableau.

Schedule: Full Time Job Type: Hybrid Salary Type: Salary Req #: 3565

About the Role

As the Director of Operations within the Intermodal division, you will drive the strategic vision, execution, and overall workflow of multiple operational teams. Overseeing a diverse portfolio of customer accounts, you will be responsible for balancing exceptional customer service and on-time performance with operational efficiency—maximizing margins, controlling costs, and managing load volumes. We are looking for a seasoned leader with deep intermodal knowledge who can champion employee development, foster cross-functional partnerships, and deliver an unparalleled experience that consistently meets the evolving needs of our clients.

What the Candidate Will Do

Strategic & Financial Leadership

Review, analyze, and own all matters related to delivering measurable cost savings and containment to both the customer and Uber Freight.

Oversee the operational strategy and ensure flawless execution.

Retain ownership of customer service goals and conduct business reviews (creation, development, and presentation).

Understand and apply all aspects of customer contracts to maximize ROI over the lifecycle of the partnership.

Operational Excellence

Actively participate in new account reviews and assist the team in preparing for customer-facing meetings.

Partner with stakeholders to standardize onboarding processes, including systems applications, SOPs, and account governance.

Proactively identify operational bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement solutions regarding processes, cost, service, and profitability.

Support determining eligibility for additional non-committed freight to be awarded to intermodal services and actively champion these awards.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead efforts to hire, develop, retain, and engage a highly productive team through performance management, mentoring, and cross-training.

Engage with the leadership team as business partners to discuss career development, current performance, and cross-functional training opportunities.

Monitor team accountability for key job functions and administer internal performance management reports.

Customer & Partner Success

Collaborate with commercial and client engagement stakeholders to maintain and grow Uber Freight’s business, incorporating the ROI delivered to the customer.

Build and maintain positive partnerships with carriers, ensuring strict adherence to Uber Freight processes and procedures.

Cultivate strong internal and external relationships to drive retention, operating with a Customer Obsessed mindset to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Basic Qualifications:

8–10+ years of dedicated experience in the intermodal transportation sector, with a strong focus on rail freight and logistics operations.

5+ years of proven managerial experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.

Strong track record in customer-facing roles, with expertise in establishing, monitoring, and optimizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive service excellence.

Demonstrated experience leading and executing strategic initiatives that align operational performance with business growth goals.

Demonstrated experience leading a team through system migrations and efficiency driving technology enhancements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

5+ years of people leadership experience, specifically managing people leaders.

10+ years of experience in transportation and logistics operations.

Experience managing complex customer accounts within a 3PL and 4PL environment.

Advanced working knowledge of Tableau or similar data visualization platforms.

Deep understanding of P&L statements, operational metrics, and financial performance management.

Proven track record of leading cross-functional operational improvement initiatives.

Benefits & Compensation for U.S. Employees

Employees working more than 30 hours in the US at Uber Freight are eligible for benefits like a company sponsored health plan, dental and vision benefits, 401k match, financial and mental wellness benefits, parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance and more. US based employees may also be eligible for a performance or sales incentive bonus program, participation in Uber Freight equity awards, and other types of compensation depending upon the role.

Illinois: The target base salary is between $131,000-$152,000

About Uber Freight

Uber Freight helps companies move goods more reliably and efficiently. We bring together the technology, people, and transportation capacity they need, using real‑time data from millions of shipments to guide smarter decisions. That helps customers spot issues early, avoid costly surprises, and deliver on time. Uber Freight works with 1 in 3 Fortune 500 shippers across North America and manages over $17B in freight. Learn more at www.uberfreight.com.

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EEOC

Uber Freight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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