Ocean Import Lead — Team Leadership & Strategy

Savino Del Bene; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Savino Del Bene is seeking an Ocean Import Manager to lead the Import team and oversee regulatory compliance and account activities. The role requires strong leadership, negotiation, and coordination skills to deliver high levels of service in a fast-paced environment.

The position is based in the United States (Illinois) and involves direct oversight of import operations, process improvements, and team development to ensure customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five years of related experience in freight forwarding.
• Minimum three years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Knowledge of incoterms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; math skills for dimension conversions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Import team with strong leadership and mentorship.
• Coordinate account activities and provide guidance to teams.
• Drive results by leveraging the right people at the right time.
• Lead resolution of issues through effective negotiation with stakeholders.
• Maintain communication strategy within accounts and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Import regulations

Leadership

Account coordination

Negotiation

Communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Savino Del Bene is seeking an Ocean Import Manager to lead the Import team and oversee regulatory compliance and account activities. The role requires strong leadership, negotiation, and coordination skills to deliver high levels of service in a fast-paced environment.

The position is based in the United States (Illinois) and involves direct oversight of import operations, process improvements, and team development to ensure customer satisfaction and operational excellence.