Air Export Lead — Compliance & Global Shipments

Priority Worldwide Pty Ltd; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $60,000–$75,000

Benefits package

WFH days

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

529 plan

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Mental health plan

Identity protection

Job summary

Priority Worldwide is seeking an Air Exports Specialist to lead international air freight shipments from booking to delivery, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. You will mentor junior staff, manage complex shipments, and serve as the primary contact for high-value clients and accounts.

The role requires 3+ years in air export, strong knowledge of regulations and AES filings, and a proven ability to coordinate across carriers, agents, and departments in a high-pressure

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Air Export experience (Ocean experience is a plus, but air is primary).
• Proven experience handling complex international air cargo shipments from start to finish (A–Z).
• Expert knowledge of international air export regulations and documentation.
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee air export shipments from booking to delivery, ensuring timeliness and compliance.
• Act as subject matter expert for air export documentation (AES filings, invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, DG).
• Lead carrier bookings, rate negotiations, and contract approvals.
• Coordinate with domestic and international agents for smooth operations and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior export staff and present export reports and metrics to management.

Skills

Air export knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving under pressure

Team leadership

Education

IATA Certification

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Priority Worldwide is seeking an Air Exports Specialist to lead international air freight shipments from booking to delivery, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. You will mentor junior staff, manage complex shipments, and serve as the primary contact for high-value clients and accounts.

The role requires 3+ years in air export, strong knowledge of regulations and AES filings, and a proven ability to coordinate across carriers, agents, and departments in a high-pressure