Project Manager – Freight Forwarding & Logistics
Core
Oversee domestic and international freight forwarding projects from initial planning through final delivery, ensuring efficient execution within budget.
Role type
Project Manager (Freight Forwarding & Logistics)
Builds
Domestic and international freight forwarding projects
Domain
Logistics and Transportation
Required skills
Project management, Freight forwarding operations, Transportation coordination, Customer relationship management, Budget monitoring, Risk identification, Documentation compliance, Vendor coordination
Preferred skills
Project cargo management, Incoterms knowledge, Customs processes, CargoWise proficiency, Transportation cost management
Technologies
Microsoft Office, CargoWise, Transportation management systems
Responsibilities
Manage domestic and international freight forwarding projects from initial planning through final delivery, Coordinate ocean, air, ground, and multimodal transportation, Oversee project cargo, oversized, overweight, and specialized shipments as needed, Track shipments, monitor project milestones, and proactively resolve delays, Monitor transportation costs, project budgets, and profitability, Identify and escalate potential financial risks, including demurrage, detention, storage, and additional transportation charges, Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with applicable shipping requirements
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC