LCL Export Operations Lead – Chicago

Shipco Transport Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

STD

LTD

Flexible benefits account

Wellness program

401(k) matching

Job summary

Shipco Transport Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced LCL Export Operations Coordinator to join our Operations team. You will maintain relationships with customers, steamship lines, truckers and warehouses, negotiate rates, and ensure timely responses and KPI targets are met.

This full-time role offers hourly compensation between $22 and $27, along with benefits and career growth opportunities. You will supervise the export workflow, ensure compliance with US export regulations, and

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of small to mid-size teams.
• Experience with ocean container load planning.
• Knowledge of IMDG CFR-49 regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Strong knowledge of geography.
• Minimum 5 years ocean transportation experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with customers, steamship lines, truckers and warehouses.
• Negotiate rates with vendors (steamship lines, truckers).
• Ensure department emails are addressed timely by the team.
• Coach team members in problem solving and manage department time/attendance.
• Ensure department KPI’s are met.
• Make loading/rolling decisions when financial and customer requirements apply.
• Maintain relationships with overseas agents and ensure agent agreements are followed.
• Select ocean carriers.
• Ensure shipments comply with US export laws and regulations.
• Implement procedures to improve productivity, quality, efficiency and profitability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Load planning

IMDG CFR-49

Adaptability

Geography

Job description

Shipco Transport Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced LCL Export Operations Coordinator to join our Operations team. You will maintain relationships with customers, steamship lines, truckers and warehouses, negotiate rates, and ensure timely responses and KPI targets are met.

This full-time role offers hourly compensation between $22 and $27, along with benefits and career growth opportunities. You will supervise the export workflow, ensure compliance with US export regulations, and