Ocean Freight Operations Lead

Forward Air Corp.; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybride; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (10–25 days)

Stock purchase program

Teladoc / EAP

Résumé du poste

Forward Air Corp. in Dallas is seeking an Operations Supervisor – Ocean Freight to lead daily ocean import/export operations, supervise a team, and ensure compliant, cost-efficient international freight movement.

You will coordinate with steamship lines, customs brokers, and overseas offices, manage FCL/LCL shipments, and drive continuous improvement while meeting customer SLAs. This on-site role requires 5+ years in international ocean freight and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of international ocean freight import/export operations experience.
• Prior supervisory or team-lead experience in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Incoterms, FMC, customs documentation, and ISF/BDP processes.

Responsabilités

• Supervise day-to-day ocean import/export operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop a team of ocean freight coordinators for accuracy and service.
• Oversee end-to-end shipment execution including booking, docs, and customs coordination.
• Coordinate with steamship lines, NVOCCs, and drayage providers to meet deadlines.
• Monitor KPIs like transit times, demurrage, and costs; drive improvements.

Connaissances

Ocean Freight Operations

Team Leadership

Documentation & Compliance

Vendor/Carrier Coordination

Problem Solving

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Logistics/Business (preferred)

Outils

CargoWise

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Forward Air Corp. in Dallas is seeking an Operations Supervisor – Ocean Freight to lead daily ocean import/export operations, supervise a team, and ensure compliant, cost-efficient international freight movement.

You will coordinate with steamship lines, customs brokers, and overseas offices, manage FCL/LCL shipments, and drive continuous improvement while meeting customer SLAs. This on-site role requires 5+ years in international ocean freight and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.