Supervisor, Freight Forwarder, Sea Export, LCL

Dsv Air & Sea SAU; Manila, Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global transport and logistics is seeking a Sea Export Team Lead to manage daily operations, ensuring efficient workload distribution and adherence to international freight standards. You will drive service quality, respond to customer needs, and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the Sea Export group.

The role requires a 4-year degree, English fluency, and experience in seafreight operations, with preference for multinational freight forwarding exposure.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Graduate of at least a 4-year course.
• Operational experience in logistics or freight forwarding (min 1 year).
• Exposure to seafreight forwarding operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day Sea Export operations and workload management.
• Maintain service quality and meet customer requirements with proactive issue resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement with BCM and Operations Process teams.
• Monitor KPIs, take corrective actions, and foster accountability.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, SOPs, and regulatory standards.

Skills

English fluency

MS Office

Sea freight operations

Customer service

Document processing

Customs clearance export

Business administration

Cargowise

Education

4-year degree

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Sea Export team, ensuring efficient workload management, compliance with operational standards, and achievement of departmental objectives.
• Drive operational excellence by maintaining high productivity levels, ensuring service quality, meeting customer requirements, and enhancing overall customer satisfaction through proactive issue resolution and process control.
• Champion continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives in collaboration with BCM and Operations Process teams, supporting Sea Freight senior management in achieving business objectives, operational efficiency, cost optimization, and service innovation.
• Monitor team performance against established KPIs, implement corrective actions when needed, and foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous development.
• Ensure adherence to DSV operational procedures, customer SOPs, regulatory requirements, and quality standards while minimizing operational risks and service disruptions.
• Supervise Freight Forwarder staff and ensure all shipments are handled efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with company standards.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and provide effective logistics solutions.
• Ensure proper coordination and smooth execution of all export shipments.
• Monitor and ensure timely submission of operational and customer-required reports.
• Coordinate with DSV offices and stakeholders on account-specific requirements and shipment instructions.
• Handle customer concerns and complaints, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct customer visits and business reviews as required to strengthen customer relationships.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence within the department.
• Perform other duties and special assignments as directed by management.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of at least a 4-year course
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Operational industry experience in similar capacity (minimum 1 year)
• Preferably with working experience in a multinational freight forwarder
• Comprehensive understanding of customer requirements in terms of information flow, transportation, warehousing and logistics.
• Excellent knowledge of Seafreight forwarding operations
• Operational know-how (Customer Service, Document Processing, Customs Clearance Export)
• Effective business administration competence
• Knowledge/experience in use of Cargowise system an advantage

DSV – Global transport and logistics

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As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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