Air Export Operations Supervisor Job in Bensonville 60106, Illinois Us

 

A growing International/Domestic freight forwarding organization is looking for a professional Export Operations Supervisor for our Chicago Branch office. We have been an establish Company for 14 years, with 3 office facilities with approx..130 employees. We offer a full benefits package.

 

As a Manager the successful candidate will supervise Export operations, Import knowledge would be an asset. Communicate with HQ on a daily basis, interact with warehouse and domestic operation. Our ideal candidate would have and continue to develop strong agent and customer relations. Provide daily follow up and communication to customers concerning shipment status, billing, etc. We are looking for a Manager that will ‘do’ as well as lead and pay attention to receivable and payables. Maintain compliance procedures and recordkeeping for all export-related regulatory requirements. See required qualifications below.

 

 

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

·         A minimum of 5-7 years air export operations experience moving international air freight

·         Cargowise system experience a bonus – but not required.  We can and will train if needed. 

·         4 year college education preferred but in lieu of degree will consider years of experience in industry.

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills are a MUST .

·         Must possess knowledge of Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulatory processes and Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) Basic Air Cargo Security procedures.

·         A minimum of 3 years office management experience

1.       Must exhibit high degree of professionalism

2.       Must possess excellent organization skills

3.       Must have the ability to delegate tasks

4.       Must have the ability to multi-task in fast paced work environment

5.       Must be a TEAM PLAYER

6.       Must have a dedicated work ethic

·         Sales experience helpful

·         Must possess strong rate quoting skills utilizing our preferred carrier rates.  Must be knowledgeable of international air carriers who service specific international airports and utilizing the best carriers for your specified destination airport.

·         Must be Dangerous Goods certified in  IATA (International Air Transportation Association) /  ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) or willing to become certified.

·         Must be willing and physically able to do some warehouse labor such as re-packaging cargo or palletizing goods.  Able applicant should be physically able to lift 75 pounds.  Fork lift certified applicant would be beneficial.