Senior Project Cargo Operations Manager, North America

Expeditors; Hanahan (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Expeditors is looking for a Senior Project Cargo Operations Manager in Hanahan, South Carolina. This full-time role involves overseeing operational excellence in project cargo activities across North America, managing vendor relationships, and driving business development efforts. The ideal candidate will have 8–12 years of experience in project cargo management, with strong technical knowledge of multi-modal logistics. The position focuses on delivering training programs, mentoring teams, and implementing best practices for improved operational performance.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in project cargo, heavy-lift, or specialized logistics operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of multi-modal project cargo execution (air, ocean, road, rail).
• Proven track record of leading complex logistics projects and driving operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote operational excellence across all North America project cargo activities.
• Design, develop, and deliver project cargo training programs for operations teams.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key service providers.

Skills

Project cargo management

Vendor management

Strategic sourcing

Training and development

Business development

Operational excellence

Job description

Senior Project Cargo Operations Manager, North America

Full-time.

Growth from within and high retention are essential components of our achievements as a company. Our ambition challenges us to provide excellent customer service and career opportunities for our employees. Expanding to over 350 locations worldwide, Expeditors can help fulfill specific needs through quality in global logistics. Join our team to grow your career while exceeding customers’ expectations in a creative and fun atmosphere.

Operational Excellence & Execution

• Lead and promote operational excellence across all North America project cargo activities
• Support branches with complex and high-value project cargo executions
• Ensure consistent application of best practices, compliance standards, and safety protocols
• Drive performance through KPI monitoring, reporting, and corrective action planning

Training & Development

• Design, develop, and deliver project cargo training programs for operations teams and branch personnel
• Increase branch awareness and understanding of project cargo capabilities and procedures
• Mentor and coach operations staff to enhance technical expertise and execution quality
• Establish and implement standardized operating procedures (SOPs) across the region
• Identify operational gaps and inefficiencies; develop and execute improvement initiatives
• Lead process optimization efforts to improve productivity, accuracy, and customer satisfaction

Service Provider Management

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with key service providers (carriers, heavy haul, rigging, etc.)
• Conduct annual performance evaluations of vendors to ensure quality and competitiveness
• Identify capability gaps and onboard new service providers to support evolving business needs

Business Development Support

• Partner with commercial and regional teams to support a targeted 15% year-over-year growth in the Americas
• Participate in customer meetings, solution design, and project planning discussions
• Engage in branch sales meetings to align operational capabilities with sales strategies
• Maintain and actively manage a Top 10 target account list within CRM (e.g., Dynamics)

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in project cargo, heavy-lift, or specialized logistics operations
• Strong technical knowledge of multi-modal project cargo execution (air, ocean, road, rail)
• Proven track record of leading complex logistics projects and driving operational improvements
• Experience in vendor management and strategic sourcing
• Demonstrated ability to deliver training and develop high-performing teams
• Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting business development efforts

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