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Forward Air Import Supervisor in San Francisco, California
Company Overview:
Omni Logistics is a global provider of air, ocean and ground services, including supplemental services for enterprises dependent on the efficient movement of high value freight. Omni Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forward Air, a leading asset-light provider of transportation services across the United States, Canada and Mexico. We provide expedited less-than-truckload services, including local pick-up and delivery, shipment consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, and customs brokerage by utilizing a comprehensive national network of terminals. In addition, we offer truckload brokerage services, including dedicated fleet services, and intermodal, first- and last-mile, high-value drayage services, both to and from seaports and railheads, dedicated contract and Container Freight Station warehouse and handling services. We are more than a transportation company. Forward is a single resource for your shipping needs.
Position: Import Supervisor
Compensation: $60,000-$70,000 annually
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Supervise a team of import agents to ensure timely customs clearance and transport of shipments
Delegate work, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing situations to assign work procedures
Solve problems that may arise with customer shipments
Oversees billing processes, coordinate collections and resolve major billing problems
Maintain up-to-date customer profiles and rate structures, supports sales team with customer information and rates
Negotiate rates and contracts with shipping companies and suppliers to optimize costs
Provide guidance and support to team members on customs procedures, documentation requirements, and trade compliance
Develop and implement standard operating procedures to increase operational efficiency and reduce errors
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
3+ years experience as Import supervisor
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Excellent problem solving abilities
Leadership skills and ability to successfully delegate tasks across team spectrum
Willing to go the extra mile for the customer, company, and team
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Excellent track record in the freight forwarding industry
What We Offer:
Competitive base salary
Paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time and holidays
Company provided life insurance
Health, vision, and dental insurance options
Commuter benefit plan
Optional supplemental life insurance
401(k)
A great place to work with a terrific culture
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About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication
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