Import Operations Manager

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  • Published date: January 18, 2022
    • Maryland, United States

Import Operations Manager

Hanover, Maryland
Relocation Acceptable - Locals Preferred


We are expanding our search. Accepting candidates with prior experience working for a shipping company or freight forwarder.
Must be able to lead a team of diverse skill levels. Professional & have demonstrated leadership skills
Work out of our HQ in Baltimore
Have experience with full import shipping process.

Excellent Opportunity for an experienced Import Operations Manager to join a growing team!

Competitive salary + Comprehensive benefits package

Priority Worldwide is a full-service logistics provider operating around the globe. Our philosophy is to ensure the Ultimate Customer Experience and facilitate the creation of new, sustainable business through enhanced team cooperation and employee awareness.

We are seeking a responsible, hardworking, detail-oriented manager to lead our Imports Team. The ideal candidate is hands-on and will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the import department, to include operations and customs brokerage work. We are looking for an Import Operations Manager that can handle a shipment from A-Z. With the ability to work with agents on routing options, negotiate with steamship lines and co-loaders, and finalize quotes to clients. As a full-service freight forwarder, cargo moves either air, ocean or road, including clearance and delivery. At the heart of the position, you will be responsible for on-time and accurate deliveries, customer satisfaction and ensuring a safe work and productive environment. You will work hand and hand with the Director of Compliance to ensure all customs and regulatory requirements are being met.

A strong candidate will contribute to the high quality of Priority Worldwide’s team, and as result, gain much respect from within the company and abroad. Candidates must be accommodating to diverse cultures and willing to work with people that may possess few English-speaking skills. A friendly-professional attitude and teamwork are essential to success in this role.

· Complex problem solver and critical thinking; emotional intelligence

· High level of flexibility, self-reliance, and dependability

· Strong computer skills which include efficient use of windows, MS Office, MAC OSX, Adobe, Cargowise EDI, etc.

Company Benefits

· Competitive Pay

· Benefits Package With includes company pay dental Vision

· Contribution to HRA

· 3% Contribution to 401k

· Employee Assistance Program.

· Company paid life insurance

· International working environment

· Personal and professional career growth opportunities

· Great culture and fun working environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, jobs@priorityworldwide.com. Priority adheres to all CDC guidelines regarding COVID 19.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Submission Summary):

1. 5-7 years of experience handling international logistics

2. Experience in import logistics and global import operations

3. Direct Import Processes and Supply Chain Management

4. Thorough knowledge of shipping regulations and policies

5. Experience in a supervisory role leading and developing a team

6. Well-versed in customs regulations, tariffs and classifications

7. Experience with A-Z shipments (origin to destination)

8. Associates degree is required. College Degree is preferred

9. Have experience with full import shipping process.

10. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
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