Global Logistics Operations Leader

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Comstock Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. seeks an Operations Supervisor to lead and develop the team, manage shipments, and optimize carrier relationships globally. The role focuses on training staff, coordinating routes, and ensuring efficient, cost-effective operations in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Ideal candidates have extensive freight forwarding experience, strong leadership, and a passion for delivering reliable service while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years experience in freight forwarding or transportation is required.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating shipments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and service levels to ensure cost-effective, traceable movement of products.
• Supervise staff and coach on performance, assignments, and training.
• Arrange pickups and deliveries with carriers and route drivers.
• Communicate with trucking companies, internal/external customers, brokers, and vendors to optimize quotes and carriers.
• Monitor shipments and routes, ensuring low-cost transport that meets client needs.
• Maintain safe working environment and enforce safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Training

Logistics Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AS400

Cargowise

McLeod

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. seeks an Operations Supervisor to lead and develop the team, manage shipments, and optimize carrier relationships globally. The role focuses on training staff, coordinating routes, and ensuring efficient, cost-effective operations in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Ideal candidates have extensive freight forwarding experience, strong leadership, and a passion for delivering reliable service while maintaining safety standards.