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Air Freight Manager - Exports

AV-280042 Atlanta,Georgia,United States of America Air Express International USA, Inc. Global Forwarding, Freight Full-time 40 Permanent Location Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

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Job Title: Air Export Manager
Job Location: Atlanta, GA


DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

We have an exciting opportunity for an AIR EXPORT MANAGER to manage and drive performance of a team of Export and Import specialists (agents and supervisors) to ensure customer and operations requirements are met or exceeded. This position will be based at our Atlanta, GA facility.



Main tasks & key responsibilities:

  • Organizes, plans, and facilitates the day-to-day work of a team of Air Export Operations specialists
  • Acts as subject matter expert; quickly identifies and resolves any operational issues in a timely manner to ensure quick resolution and customer satisfaction
  • Ensures handling of required Export documents according to regulations and internal procedures
  • Responsible to ensure customer’s needs, requirements, and KPIs are met or exceeded
  • Creates, builds and maintains excellent relationships with key suppliers both internal and external
  • Continuously monitors supplier performance and develops improvement plans when required
  • Identifies training needs and opportunities to develop a highly skilled functional department
  • Responsible for planning and executing successful implementation of new customers as well as support sales process and visits as necessary to achieve growth targets
  • Drives continuous improvement in process flows for Air Export work streams
  • Responsible Assisting with department P&L
  • Drives continuous improvement process (CIP) initiatives within area of responsibility
  • Supports sales process and customer visits as necessary to achieve growth targets.
  • Acts as subject matter expert for Pharma/Perishable (Thermonet) product

Skills / Requirements:
  • 4+ Years freight forwarding airfreight experience required, export experience strongly preferred
  • 2+ years leadership experience required
  • CargoWise software experience a plus
  • BA/BS a plus
  • Working knowledge of US Export compliance and TSA regulations
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point)
  • Very strong analytical and decision making skills


Pay range: 100,000-130,000


Benefits: (All non-union employees)

  • Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.
  • 401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.
  • Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group’s success as shareholders.
  • Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.
  • Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
  • Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.
  • Holiday / Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?


We are part of the DHL Group the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html


 

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.



Work Authorization:


DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.



DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.

 


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