Remote Ocean Freight Operations Lead

Qualdoc; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminary Logistics Solutions is seeking an experienced Manager of Ocean Transportation to oversee international ocean freight operations from award to final delivery. This remote role requires hands-on coordination, documentation management, and proactive communication with carriers and project teams.

The candidate will optimize workflows, monitor shipments, and ensure compliance with regulations while working independently in a fully remote United States environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in international ocean freight forwarding or ocean transportation operations.
• Strong understanding of ocean freight booking procedures and documentation.
• Experience coordinating ocean import and/or export shipments.
• Knowledge of vessel schedules, port operations, and deadlines.
• Experience with ocean carriers, freight agents, and Project Managers.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and TMS.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of ocean transportation processes from award through shipment execution and final delivery.
• Coordinate bookings and vessel schedules for various ocean cargo.
• Monitor shipments and address delays and documentation issues.
• Maintain records in operating systems and coordinate with partners.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Ocean freight knowledge

Documentation management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Remote work self-management

Tools

Microsoft Office

CargoWise or similar freight management system

Job description

Luminary Logistics Solutions is seeking an experienced Manager of Ocean Transportation to oversee international ocean freight operations from award to final delivery. This remote role requires hands-on coordination, documentation management, and proactive communication with carriers and project teams.

The candidate will optimize workflows, monitor shipments, and ensure compliance with regulations while working independently in a fully remote United States environment.