Gateway Manager

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Itasca, IL Until 9/22/2026 7+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

Essential Job Functions

  • Lead, direct and manage site operations to ensure that the operations staff executes service agreements at, or above the client's standards.
  • Maximize profitability through superior client service, effective and prompt communications and follow-up on all pending matters with the client.
  • Plan and monitor daily staffing schedules and adjusts accordingly to ensure adequate staffing levels that support operational demands and business objectives.
  • Manage revenue and expenses to budget constraints.
  • Responsible to train, develop and motivate employees to peak performance and growth in their knowledge and responsibilities
  • Ability to manage the financial aspects of the department (purchasing, budget preparation and review, financial reporting and monitoring expenses).
  • Execution of the applicable KPI's per company standard to include "The Morning Routine" and operational aspects of "The Director's Playbook". Please refer to the Crane Worldwide Logistics Operational KPI Standards addendum.
  • Other duties as assigned

Other Skills & Abilities 

  • Computer Literate
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web based and job specific software applications

Physical Requirements

  • Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment
  • Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus 
  • Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment 
  • Position requires on-site attendance at the assigned work location.

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or GED Required - Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Minimum seven years related experience required
  • Minimum six years industry experience required
  • Minimum five years supervisory experience required

Certification & Licenses

  • Professional certification may be required in some areas

Illinois required disclosure: Salary range for this position is between USD 70,000 - 95,000 annually. 

 WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

  • Quarterly Incentive Plan
  • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
  • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
  • Employee Discounts
  • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify 

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

About this role

Summary

Manage site operations, staffing, finances, and team development in logistics environment.

Job title

Gateway Manager

Experience level

7+ years

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

logistics

Location requirements

On-site in Itasca, IL; no remote work allowed

Salary

$70k–$95k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

supervisoryfinancial managementMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

operationsstaffingfinancial management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Itasca, IL, USA

On-site City