Regional Export Manager

Emons Air & Sea; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive market salary + performance incentives

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

Emons Air & Sea in Chicago is hiring a Regional Export Manager for Air Export to lead their U.S. operations. You will ensure compliance with air export regulations, manage regional teams, and support client needs. Candidates should have air export experience and strong leadership skills.

Competitive salary, insurance, 401(k), and career growth opportunities are offered. A Bachelor's in Logistics is preferred. Join a collaborative international team committed to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in air export within freight forwarding/logistics.
• Preferred leadership experience in managing teams or regional operations.
• Strong understanding of air export processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional air export operations across offices.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. air export regulations.
• Supervise export teams and provide training for high performance.

Skills

Air export experience

Leadership

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Logistics systems proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain

Tools

CargoWise

Magaya

Job description

Job Title: Regional Export Manager – Air Export (USA)

Location: Hybrid / Remote

Company: Emons Air & Sea USA

Industry: Freight Forwarding / Air Freight / Logistics

Employment Type: Full-time

About Emons Air & Sea USA

Emons Air & Sea USA is a part of the Emons GMBH Family Group — a global logistics full-service provider with an almost 100 years rich history of delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable freight forwarding solutions. Our USA division specializes in international air and ocean freight services plus Customs brokerage, offering tailored logistics support to a broad range of verticals and industries.

We are committed to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and empowering our people to grow within a high-performance culture.

Regional Export Manager – Air Export

Emons Air & Sea USA is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional Export Manager – Air Export to lead our U.S. air export operations. This role is ideal for a strategic leader with strong freight forwarding expertise, regulatory knowledge, and a proactive approach to managing regional teams and export performance.

You will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance, support key accounts, and play a crucial role in developing our air export footprint across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage regional air export operations across Emons Air & Sea USA offices
• Ensure compliance with TSA, IATA, U.S. Customs, and all applicable air export regulations
• Supervise and support export teams across branches, providing training and leadership to ensure high performance
• Coordinate with carriers, agents, and vendors to optimize routing, pricing, and service quality
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to support client needs and drive regional growth
• Develop and enforce SOPs and best practices for air export processes
• Monitor KPIs, costs, and productivity, implementing improvements where necessary
• Act as a key escalation point for operational issues and ensure timely resolution of shipment challenges

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in air export within freight forwarding/logistics
• Proven leadership experience in managing teams or regional operations a preference
• Strong understanding of international air export processes and documentation (MAWB, HAWB, AES, etc.)
• Solid knowledge of regulatory compliance (TSA, IATA, EAR, etc.)
• Proficiency in logistics systems such as CargoWise, Magaya or similar TMS platforms
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to travel within the U.S. as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field
• TSA Security Coordinator certification
• Experience managing high-volume or time-sensitive export operations
• Multilingual skills (German, Spanish, or other languages) are a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive market salary + performance incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A collaborative, international team environment with opportunities for career growth

Emons Air & Sea USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.