VP, Ocean Freight Forwarding — Growth & Ops Leader

Yusen Logistics Americas Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); Hybrid; USD 183,000 - 308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with company match

PTO, 10 days

Bonus plan

Holidays

OT pay where applicable

Job summary

Yusen Logistics Americas Inc. seeks a visionary leader to head Ocean Freight Forwarding across the US. The VP OFF drives growth, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and customer value while partnering with global teams to align strategy with policy and long-term goals.

Responsibilities include shaping strategy, governance of carrier procurement, budgeting, and performance management, with a focus on people development and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10-15 years in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain experience.
• 5 years of leadership and people management within OFF.
• Extensive knowledge of international freight forwarding and trade lane management.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Experience with freight forwarding systems and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Ocean Freight Forwarding strategy in line with corporate objectives.
• Lead carrier procurement and ensure policy and pricing objectives are met.
• Collaborate with global and regional stakeholders to optimize trade lanes and service quality.
• Oversee regulatory compliance including FMC, Customs, and Homeland Security.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans for the product line.
• Drive performance, accountability, and development of Ocean Freight Forwarding teams.

Education

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

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

CargoWise

Transportation Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yusen Logistics Americas Inc. seeks a visionary leader to head Ocean Freight Forwarding across the US. The VP OFF drives growth, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and customer value while partnering with global teams to align strategy with policy and long-term goals.

Responsibilities include shaping strategy, governance of carrier procurement, budgeting, and performance management, with a focus on people development and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work environment.