Domestic Freight Lead: Route Optimizer & Team Coach

Ait-Worldwide-Logistics; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking a Domestic Lead to oversee efficient movement of shipments from origin to destination, including airfreight, LTL, FTL, and cartage support. You’ll be the primary contact for cartage, handling pickups, deliveries, and coordination with in-house partners.

The role requires 5+ years in freight forwarding with strong knowledge of regulations and routing/quoting. SAP/AS400/CargoWise experience is preferred, with a compensation range reflecting Illinois geography.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Freight forwarding, domestic forwarding ground carriers, commercial airlines and cartage.
• 2+ years SAP, AS400 & CargoWise experience preferred.
• Knowledge of regulations and compliance procedures in freight forwarding, domestic forwarding, cartage and air/ocean forwarding.
• Understanding of routing and quoting in freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of IATA and TSA regulations.
• Proficient with basic math for currency, weight, volume and distance calculations.
• Computer literate with Word and Excel.
• Ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Domestic Supervisor in managing department functions and coordinate with the warehouse team.
• Quote, track, and trace domestic freight shipments for accounts via air/ground.
• Review OPS Routing queue and manage daily reports, milestones, and dock checks.
• Assist in escalation requests and drive process improvements.
• Participate in onboarding and training of new team members; manage daily reports.
• Support Operations Supervisor with project rollouts as needed.
• Communicate quarterly and annual goals and monitor progress.
• Proactively communicate with clients regarding freight status.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Domestic forwarding

Cartage

Airfreight

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Tools

SAP

AS400

CargoWise

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking a Domestic Lead to oversee efficient movement of shipments from origin to destination, including airfreight, LTL, FTL, and cartage support. You’ll be the primary contact for cartage, handling pickups, deliveries, and coordination with in-house partners.

The role requires 5+ years in freight forwarding with strong knowledge of regulations and routing/quoting. SAP/AS400/CargoWise experience is preferred, with a compensation range reflecting Illinois geography.