Craig Zarzecki

About Craig Zarzecki

Global logistics and transportation executive with 30+ years of experience driving innovation, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency in large, complex, multi-stakeholder transportation environments. Proven leader of large employee groups and builder of elite teams. Known for customer obsession and consistent best-in-class on-time, cost effective execution, and safety. Operations and logistics strategist, planning and executing to deliver revenue, ROI, and measurable results. Known for accountability, ownership, and results orientation with a bias for action supported by actionable data and insightful analysis. Stakeholder relationships cross-functional collaboration and consensus building. C-level communication and presentation experience. Comfortable in ambiguous and fast-paced environments. Relentless curiosity. Uncompromised integrity- Operations and logistics strategy and execution - Operations management, multi-site - Risk management - BI/data/analysis - Negotiation/contract management - P&L/budgeting/forecasting - Safety culture leadership - Continuous improvement (Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen)- Process excellence/operational efficiency - Business development/expansion/scale - Innovation/complex problem-solving - Organizational change leadership/change agent - Logistics, intermodal, mechanical, fleet operations - Technology competency

Experience

1. Director of Operations

   Rail Management Services

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Oversee operational functions within the RMS division to ensure efficiency, compliance, and profitability• Leads planning, policy implementation, and employee training aligned with safety and company standards• Manages union contract negotiations and grievance resolutions• Conducts audits and investigations to uphold safety and regulatory compliance• Develops budgets, monitors spending, and drives financial planning for operations• Facilitates regular meetings, including safety briefings, to promote communication and accountability• Demonstrates proven leadership, budget management, and effective communication skills

Education

• Moraine Valley Community College

  Business Administration and Management, General

  1989 — 1992