Air Import Manager - Los Angeles, CA

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you "Dare to Grow" with us?

Pay Range: $114,000-$136,000

YOUR ROLE
The Air Freight Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all air freight import and export operations to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of goods. This role provides leadership to air operations staff, ensures adherence to international trade regulations, builds strong carrier and customer relationships, and drives operational excellence and profitability.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Manage end-to-end air import and export operations, including bookings, documentation, customs coordination, and delivery
• Ensure shipments comply with international air transport regulations (IATA), customs laws, and trade compliance requirements
• Monitor shipment milestones to ensure on-time departures and arrivalsResolve shipment delays, discrepancies, or service failures proactively
• Oversee preparation and accuracy of air waybills (MAWB & HAWB), invoices, packing lists, and regulatory filings
• Ensure compliance with TSA, FAA, CBP, and international customs regulations
• Stay current on changing trade laws, tariffs, and security requirements
• Lead, train, coach, and develop air import/export staff including supervisors
• Assign workloads, establish priorities, and ensure productivity standards are met
• Conduct performance evaluations and support career development
• Serve as escalation point for key clients and service issues
• Maintain strong relationships with airlines, ground handlers, customs brokers, and overseas agents
• Support commercial teams with pricing, routing solutions, and service capabilities
• Control operational costs and improve margins
• Review job files for accurate billing and profitability
• Monitor KPIs including on-time performance, cost per shipment, and customer satisfaction
• Support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5+ years of air import/export or freight forwarding experience
• 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial role (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of IATA regulations, Incoterms, and international trade compliance
• Experience working with TMS/FMS systems and MS Office
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and compliance accuracy
• Customer-focused mindset with strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Certifications

• IATA/FIATA Air Cargo Certification
• Customs compliance or trade certification (e.g., CCS, CTPAT knowledge)

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let's work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.


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CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

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Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.