About the Opportunity
A leading, high-growth logistics and freight forwarding organization is seeking a highly experienced and motivational Export Operations Manager to be the driving force of a critical export team. This pivotal management role focuses on ensuring the timely, efficient, and cost-effective movement, routing, and occasional quoting of international freight. The successful candidate will blend operational excellence with strong leadership to deliver an unparalleled customer experience.
What You Will Do
As the Export Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the entire export function for your assigned region and team. Your core duties will include :
Leadership & Team Management :
- Direct, mentor, and motivate an assigned export team, fostering a strong, positive, and collaborative environment.
- Manage workload distribution and task assignments for both HQ and remote staff members.
- Develop measurable statistics and performance goals for the team, preparing and presenting monthly departmental results to leadership.
- Conduct weekly departmental meetings to maintain alignment and address challenges.
- Ensure all team members are following established operational processes and responding to clients quickly and effectively.
- Take a lead role in problem resolution and be ready to step in with a hands-on approach when necessary to ensure client satisfaction.
Operations & Compliance :
Oversee and ensure the efficient movement, routing, and successful delivery of Intermodal Exports (Air and Ocean freight).Serve as a key contact for all internal and external clients, maintaining a constant focus on providing the Ultimate Customer Experience .Ensure rigorous compliance with ITAR Shipments and all related regulatory requirements.Assist Directors of Operations and Compliance with any issues related to export regulations and conduct AES filing audits.Review and take appropriate action on service issues, feedback from operations / sales, including the initiation / review of Corrective Action Requests (CARs).Required Skills and Experience
A minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in Freight Forwarding Export operations.Proven expertise in handling Intermodal Exports (Air and Ocean).Demonstrated experience and knowledge in managing ITAR Shipments and Compliance Regulations.Prior experience successfully managing and leading an operational team in a similar position.Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on client relationship excellence.Strong organizational skills, high energy, and a motivational leadership style.Experience utilizing CargoWise is strongly preferred.