Senior Supervisor, Freight Forwarding Operations

UPS; United States; On-site; USD 82,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription drug coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement program

Vacation and paid time off

Job summary

UPS seeks a Supervisor to support inbound and outbound cargo movements for freight forwarding customers. You will help ensure shipments comply with governmental regulations and collaborate with carriers, vendors, and internal teams to move international and domestic air and ocean shipments.

This is a permanent, on-site role with standard daytime hours. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $82,140 to $133,500 per year, plus eligibility for incentive programs and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S.
• Location based in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate.
• Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Supports the movement and growth opportunities for inbound and outbound cargo for freight forwarding customers.
• Ensures that freight is processed in compliance with governmental regulations (e.g., FAA, TSA).
• Collaborates with vendors, customers, commercial airline carriers, ocean freightliners, and other internal support groups for the movement of international and domestic air and ocean shipments.
• May supervise others in a player-coach capacity; focuses on individual expertise and acts as a resource for less experienced colleagues.

Job description

Job Description

Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.

Job Summary

Supports the movement and growth opportunities for inbound and outbound cargo for freight forwarding customers. Ensures that freight is processed in compliance with governmental regulations (e.g., Federal Aviation Administration, Transportation Security Administration, etc.). Collaborates with vendors, customers, commercial airline carriers, ocean freightliners, and other internal support groups for the movement of international and domestic air and ocean shipments.

Provides specific functional expertise that is theoretical and conceptual in nature. This expertise is typically acquired through a combination of university education and experience within a field. May have responsibility for supervising others in the capacity of a “player coach” but primary focus is individual expertise.

Applies conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines. Performs a mix of routine and novel work assignments. Analyzes multiple data sources, both qualitative and quantitative, to understand problems related to own job discipline. Solves complex problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions. Impacts the team’s productivity and quality. Builds consensus among members of the team or related teams regarding technical issues related to own job discipline. Works independently, receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Additional Criteria

• Job Grade: 20E- Supervisor

• This is not a remote position.Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the job or willing to self-relocate – Required.

• Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

• Last day to apply is Thursday, September/10/2026 at 11:59 pm

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and education/training and a candidate’s work experience.

Employee Type

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

UPS does consider job applicants with prior criminal convictions

Basic Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

Pay Range

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $82.140,00/year to $133.500,00/year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and education/training and a candidate’s work experience. Hired applicants are offered annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. The company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Medical/prescription drug coverage, Dental coverage, Vision coverage, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Disability Income Protection Plan, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) retirement program, Vacation, Paid Holidays and Personal time, Paid Sick and Family and Medical Leave time as required by law, and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program.