Ocean Freight Manager: Lead Ops, Growth & P&L

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment in Atlanta seeks an experienced Ocean Freight Manager to lead daily operations, drive profitability, and deliver exceptional service. The role demands strong leadership, team building, and a proven track record in ocean freight.

You will oversee operations, develop customers and suppliers, manage P&L, and coach a high-performing team. The position emphasizes process improvements, operational excellence, and a commercial mindset to grow the ocean

Qualifications

• 6+ years of freight forwarding experience.
• 4+ years ocean freight leadership experience.
• Strong financial, commercial, and people management skills.
• CargoWise knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ocean freight operations, team performance, and compliance.
• Build the Ocean Department from employees to sales.
• Manage P&L, maximize gross profit, and improve productivity.
• Develop customer and supplier relationships to drive growth and retention.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team.
• Drive process improvements and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

P&L Management

Ocean Freight

Team Building

Tools

Microsoft Office

CargoWise

Job description

Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment in Atlanta seeks an experienced Ocean Freight Manager to lead daily operations, drive profitability, and deliver exceptional service. The role demands strong leadership, team building, and a proven track record in ocean freight.

You will oversee operations, develop customers and suppliers, manage P&L, and coach a high-performing team. The position emphasizes process improvements, operational excellence, and a commercial mindset to grow the ocean