Global Logistics Operations Manager

AIT Worldwide Logistics; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Prescription coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking an Operations Manager to establish and execute strategy for domestic and international freight movements. You will recruit, develop, and motivate staff to deliver a world-class customer experience and meet client expectations.

Lead negotiations with carriers, ensure SLA adherence, and drive efficiencies across global lanes. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills are essential; IATA/DG certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of international freight forwarding, airfreight, and ocean freight.
• 3+ years P&L experience and 3+ years of operations supervisory experience.
• 3+ years international freight forwarding industry experience.
• Operational and P&L management of global products and services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the station’s operations strategy of AIT.
• Ensure processes and metrics are in place to ensure growth, service and profitability goals.
• Manage and communicate with AIT’s carriers ensuring best value and service vs objectives.
• Negotiate freight forwarding carrier agreements and SLA adherence.
• Track performance and improve efficiencies and reduce lead times.

Skills

International freight forwarding

P&L management

Operations supervision

Carrier negotiation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Advanced computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics

Tools

IATA certified

DG certification

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking an Operations Manager to establish and execute strategy for domestic and international freight movements. You will recruit, develop, and motivate staff to deliver a world-class customer experience and meet client expectations.

Lead negotiations with carriers, ensure SLA adherence, and drive efficiencies across global lanes. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills are essential; IATA/DG certifications are preferred.