Air Freight Operations Leader

Forward Air Corp.; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. in Euless, Texas, is seeking an Operations Supervisor – Air Freight to lead daily operations in air freight. The ideal candidate will oversee a team to ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company SOPs.

This hands-on role requires strong experience in air freight operations and management, with a focus on operational excellence and customer service. A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in international air freight import and export operations.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience within a freight forwarding or logistics environment.
• Strong working knowledge of air freight documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day‑to‑day air import and export operations, ensuring compliance.
• Lead and develop a team of air freight coordinators.
• Serve as the escalation point for customer issues and operational exceptions.

Skills

International trade compliance

Leadership

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business

Tools

Freight forwarding systems

CargoWise

Microsoft O365

Job description

Forward Air Corp. in Euless, Texas, is seeking an Operations Supervisor – Air Freight to lead daily operations in air freight. The ideal candidate will oversee a team to ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company SOPs.

This hands-on role requires strong experience in air freight operations and management, with a focus on operational excellence and customer service. A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package are offered.