Freight Forwarding Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

The Operations Supervisor is critical for the execution of the Freight Forwarding activities within the related Branch Office. They will be responsible for providing high level of support and supervision to export department by managing the daily activities of the export team. The role supervises the administration processes required to import and export merchandise and materials in compliance with federal, state, local, or local country specific- regulations. The Operations Supervisor also reviews all required documentation and supporting calculations of duties, tariffs, price conversions, weight and or volume of products, verifies all payment transactions are completed according to requirements and ensures that all documentation is up to date and recorded in tracking systems. Lastly, this role resolves issues and expedites solutions with clients, customs officials, and shippers and contributes to the development of processes and procedures.

Location: Itasca, IL

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise operations staff and keep employees compliant with company policies and procedures
• Manage, develop and train staff, establish and monitor goals, and conduct performance reviews
• Assume ownership over team productivity and manage workflow to meet or exceed quality service goals
• Prepare and submit Harmonized Tariff Schedules (HTS) codes to US Customs
• Prepare shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations
• Responsible for proper processing of export shipments and designing export strategies to meet project delivery requirements
• Assist in identifying and improving service and operations related issues in a station, including on-time delivery, accurate and timely data entry, and efficient warehouse operations
• Assist in auditing and researching service performance issues and develop recommendations for improvements
• Maintain the security of freight in accordance with security procedures
• Ensure a safe working environment through consistent practice of safety programs and procedures
• Consult with suppliers and agents to arrange proper in-transit permissions to ship to various locations

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Graduate in any field
• At least 3 years of relevant and recent experience in Freight Forwarding Operations and Customer Service
• Freight Forwarding experience is mandatory

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world's trade flow better, changing what's possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that's fit for the future.

We're rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we're at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what's possible.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief. By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 21755
• Posting Date 01/23/2026, 02:21 PM
• Locations Itasca, IL, United States
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time