Air Logistics Warehouse Lead — CFS & Customs Ops

Kuehne Nagel; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401k retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation for eligible rô

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel in Torrance, CA is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to oversee daily CFS office operations, cargo processing, and documentation to support efficient freight movement. You will lead a team of office staff and coordinate with drivers and warehouse personnel.

The role requires 3–5 years in freight forwarding or CFS operations, strong U.S. customs knowledge, and high proficiency in Excel/Outlook and WMS. Not eligible for visa sponsorship; full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in freight forwarding, warehouse administration, customs operations, or CFS operations.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations and bonded warehouse procedures.
• Experience managing shipment documentation, inventory control, and customer service functions.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and warehouse management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Support customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily CFS office operations to ensure efficient cargo processing and document management.
• Process inbound and outbound shipments accurately and on time.
• Enter and maintain carrier, driver, shipment, and cargo information in all required operational systems.
• File all required customs documentation accurately and within established deadlines.
• Submit preliminary claims within four (4) days of cargo arrival.
• Process and submit MDRs to Customs within thirty (30) days of cargo arrival.
• Ensure all high-value shipments are processed according to customer SOPs and security requirements.
• Verify required tablet processes are completed for designated customers.
• Prioritize driver service and maintain driver wait times at no more than thirty (30) minutes after arrival whenever operationally possible.
• Coordinate office workflow to ensure drivers receive priority service before secondary administrative tasks.
• Support window operations and ensure efficient communication between drivers, warehouse personnel, and office staff.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Customer-focused

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Warehouse Management System

Job description

Kuehne+Nagel in Torrance, CA is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to oversee daily CFS office operations, cargo processing, and documentation to support efficient freight movement. You will lead a team of office staff and coordinate with drivers and warehouse personnel.

The role requires 3–5 years in freight forwarding or CFS operations, strong U.S. customs knowledge, and high proficiency in Excel/Outlook and WMS. Not eligible for visa sponsorship; full-time on-site position.