Ocean export freight specialist

A global freight forwarder is seeking an Ocean Export Freight specialist in the Plano area. They are seeking a team player with 5+ years of freight forwarding experience.

Ocean Export Freight specialist

Location: Plano, TX

FLSA: Exempt

Type: Hybrid 3 days a week on site

Schedule: Mon- Fri 9 am – 5 pm

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day freight forwarding operations (import/export)
• Lead, train, and manage a team of forwarding specialists
• Oversee shipment coordination, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance
• Resolve escalations and complex logistics issues
• Review and approve freight rates and monitor cost efficiency
• Ensure SOP adherence and continuous process improvement
• Manage vendor, carrier, and overseas agent relationships
• Oversee billing accuracy and support margin tracking
• Conduct performance reviews and support team development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of freight forwarding domestic and international
• Cargowise experience
• Excel experience
• Strong knowledge of air/ocean/ground transportation documentation
• Familiarity with global trade regulations
• Japanese language proficiency is very helpful in this position
• BA or equivalent experience preferred
• Team leadership and relationship management skill

**Please submit your application with a 1-2 page resume. Only qualified candidates will be contacted**