Ocean Export Supervisor
- Location
- Bensenville, IL, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Company Description We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our Mission We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!
Job Description Exceptional Customer Service Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers. This skill expectation applies both externally (customers, service providers) and internally (other Expeditors offices/employees). Job Execution Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network. All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations. Reliability Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize. Collaboration Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay. Communication Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and respond to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards. Culture Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary. Personal Growth and Development Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate. SUPERVISOR CORE COMPETENCIES Employee Development (Supervisor, All) In conjunction with department leadership, properly on-boards new hires and ensures team members have clear expectations. Provides frequent feedback that is timely, accurate, and honest. Participates in regular one-one-ones and an annual review for employees. Assists manager with development plans for employees that addresses competency gaps and/or prepares employees for growth. Ensures employees complete 52 hours of relevant training each year and that required training is completed timely. Fosters a climate of compliance within the team, including company culture, internal policies and government regulations. Promotes employee engagement and team vision, commitment and trust. Develops a #2. Business Development (Supervisor, Branch Product) Assists department leadership with growing the product's business through involvement in sales and retention programs. Responds to requests for proposals, quotation or information timely and with market-competitive pricing matching the scope of service required by the customer. Participates in the transition of new business and strives to build and maintain relationships with the key customer stakeholders that are managed on the team. Financial Excellence (Supervisor, Branch Product) Applies exp.o accounting expertise to assist department leadership with meeting financial growth and cost savings goals, which may include reviewing accounts receivable, analyzing billing activity for accuracy and timeliness and monitoring department profitability and expenses. Operational Excellence (Supervisor, Branch Product) In conjunction with department leadership, monitors and improves product District Excellence and Global Business Operations metrics. Monitors department process flow while constantly looking for areas to improve efficiency and customer service. Assists with managing capacity and productivity of department and team members. People :
• Identify with manager, develop, and mentor your No. 2.
- Identify with manager, develop, and mentor your No. 2.
- Allocate workloads within team to ensure smooth operations during peak activity or staff absence.
- Ensure team meets company standards of 52 hours training per year per employee.
- Ensure that the new hires complete company’s mandatory training within the first 6 months.
• Participate to staff appraisals, and at a minimum once per year per employee.
- Participate to staff appraisals, and at a minimum once per year per employee.
- Ensure all staff and positions have job descriptions, clear expectations and are working with structured development plans.
- Contribute to the effective weekly department meetings with team.
- Review department goals and business plan periodically with team to ensure buy-in and accountability.
- Monitor compliance at all times with regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer policies/requirements.
- Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency.
- Ensure all customers standard operating procedures are followed as per the DLSOP
- Ensure the system reports, including but not limited to the below list are utilized at the level of frequency mentioned in order to effectively supervise operations:
- Daily Status Exception Report - STAT1 (Daily)
- Shipment Transit Log Report - TRNRPT (Daily)
- Consolidation Report - CONRPT (weekly - if not feeding a gateway for majority of freight) (monthly- if using primarily a gateway)
- Shipment Summary Report - SHSUM (monthly)
- Route Activity Report - RARRPT (monthly or more frequent as needed)
- Aged Warehouse Status Report – STAT3 (at least weekly)
- Global Workflow Monitor.
Support the manager in the following areas:
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors (Shipping lines, truckin
Qualifications Knowledge:
• Expeditors company policies and procedures knowledge
- Expeditors company policies and procedures knowledge
- A good understanding of Expeditors’ products, services and systems
- Strong market and competition knowledge
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
- Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
- Good Microsoft Office (Excel, Word etc.) and computer skills
• Emotional resilience • Self-reflecting and open to feedback • Initiative and ability to work in autonomy • Role model of integrity and pride for all employees • Proven leadership attitude and background TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS : Training Requirements:
• Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training
- Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training
- 2 years of industry specific qualification (country specific).
Additional Information Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical
- Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Growth opportunities within the company
- Employee Referral Program Bonus
- The position pays $45,000-$55,000 per year plus bonus.
From Expeditors's careers page (SmartRecruiters), checked 12 Nov 2026.
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Posted 11 Nov 2026 · checked 12 Nov 2026 · Report this job