Senior Ocean Import Leader — Global Logistics & Team Growth

White Recruitment; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

White Recruitment is seeking an experienced Ocean Import Manager to lead a large, high-performing team and oversee end-to-end ocean import operations in Atlanta, GA. You will drive performance, develop talent, and deliver cost-efficient, compliant service to customers.

The role requires strong ocean freight expertise, leadership, and a results-driven mindset in a global logistics environment. This is a full-time position with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years freight forwarding/logistics experience.
• 2+ years in leadership or management roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a large ocean import operations team.
• Oversee bookings, carriers, transportation and cargo delivery.
• Manage key customer, vendor and service-provider relationships.
• Ensure compliance with customs, trade and import regulations.
• Monitor KPIs, costs, service levels and operational performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Analyze performance data and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with internal teams to deliver end-to-end service.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Logistics

People management

Leadership

Analytical

MS Office

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Logistics systems

MS Office

Job description

White Recruitment is seeking an experienced Ocean Import Manager to lead a large, high-performing team and oversee end-to-end ocean import operations in Atlanta, GA. You will drive performance, develop talent, and deliver cost-efficient, compliant service to customers.

The role requires strong ocean freight expertise, leadership, and a results-driven mindset in a global logistics environment. This is a full-time position with opportunities for growth and professional development.