Ocean Export Supervisor

Job Title: Ocean Export Supervisor Job Location: Chicago, Illinois We have an exciting opportunity for an Ocean Export Supervisor who will be responsible for the end to end performance and profitability of the local Ocean Export product team which includes Operations and Customer Service. This role drives performance of the ocean freight specialists team while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Manages, oversees, and performs supervisory tasks to direct and control activities performed to effectively manage the end to end Ocean Export processes Serves as the escalation contact for customer's Ocean Export shipments; responsible for the financial aspects and results; sets, communicates, and drives KPIs to ensure customer satisfaction Assumes responsibility for good working practices, safety, and security for customer shipments and staff Collaborate with internal customers (Ocean Gateway, Trucking, and, Handling etc.) for seamless customer service and improve process flows; engage with sales to grow business by participating in sales meetings and customer calls Review and manage month end reports, review P/L, open Accounts Payables Accounts Receivables; escalates carrier performance issues when required with the US Ocean Freight Product team Skills / Requirements 4+ years of experience with Freight Forwarding experience required, strong preference for Ocean Export experience 1+ years of supervisory / leadership experience strongly preferred Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/qualification Basic knowledge of Cargo Wise system is preferred Demonstrated leadership ability to include driving KPIs, employee engagement / team building. Strong ability to develop, coach, train, and mentor staff to success Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentations) Strong computer skills: Microsoft (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Outlook) Pay Range $68,722.50 - $91,630.00+ (Based on Experience) Benefits (All Non-Union Employees) Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives. 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution. Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate. Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions. Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts. Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services. Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days. Equal Opportunity Employer DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Work Authorization Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr