Air Import /Export Warehouse Supervisor
FedEx Logistics
Job description
To direct and promote continuous improvement and best practices in all aspects of Distribution Operations, under the direction of the Distribution Operations Manager. Support Air & Ocean Container Freight Station (CFS), Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), Distribution, Crossborder and all Interdepartmental Distribution Operations. This is achieved through meeting internal company Key Performance Indexes (KPIs), exceeding customer's service expectations, all the while operating in a safe and company compliant manner.
Here is what you get as a FedEx Employee:
At FedEx Logistics, you'll find everything you'd expect of a people-first, global industry leader. FedEx offer a chance at a long rewarding career within one of the World's Top Companies. From benefits to special training to advancement opportunities, our offering is deep and wide to match our commitment to your career aspirations. Employee compensation and rewards are structured to acknowledge individual effort, stimulate new ideas, encourage outstanding performance, and promote teamwork. FedEx Offers an attractive and comprehensive package of pay benefits and quality of Work/Life programs.
Salary Increases - Salary increase based on individual performance.
Tuition Assistance - Subsidy for continuous learning and education
Paid Time Off - Vacation, holiday, sick leave
Health Care Program - Medical coverage and dental coverage
Additional Benefits - Life, Disability (short/long term)
401(k) Program - Financial security in retirement
Reduced Shipping Rate - Exclusive discounts for personal shipping
LifeCare and LifeMart Benefits - Discount programs (e.g., car, restaurants, movies, daycare, pet care and more)
Shift Hours - 1st shift -Tuesday through Saturday 9am to 6pm
Job Functions:
• To plan, organize and control the input, movement, process/sort, and output of the operations to ensure a high level of service and quality at a minimal cost.
• Responsible for selecting, training, and developing a staff of 1 to 15 direct reports.
• Makes professional recommendations to management regarding continuous constructive work-related activities that would further enhance or improve workflow production and results.
• Directly involved in the implementation of FedEx Trade Networks standard operating procedures (SOP), working with associates to ensure that these standards are being maintained throughout the department/facility.
• Assist in staff development through daily desk level oversight and hands on training efforts.
• Communicates serious client problems, freight movement delays or misroutes to management immediately upon awareness.
• Develops/reviews cost for all Distribution Operational activities.
• Advise management of safety issues or equipment/building concerns.
• Maintains contact with customers (internal and external) with regard to conditions affecting the service level of area served.
• Responsible for operations of the air export gateway in the absence of the gateway manager. Ensure that all carrier allocations are maintained. (site specific)
• Oversees movement and activities of all related products to ensure maximum efficiency
• Work closely with distribution management and staff to ensure that all cargo is handled, screened and processed properly and that all carrier lockouts are met. (site specific)
• Conducts meetings to provide employees with daily information regarding division/operation, health and safety awareness; and applies consistent administration of disciplinary procedures
• Maintains accurately all required inventory/reports/paperwork, payroll, performance reviews, and personal record statistics through established paperwork guidelines.
• Ensures cost effectiveness of operations through established control of equipment, utilities and supplies
• Assists with the safety and security of the distribution inventory and safety of associates by complying with all related government regulations including OSHA, state and local fire department, US DOT, hazardous materials, Customs Border Patrol and Homeland Security regulations.
• Assists safety methods and programs are implemented and maintained. Instructs employees with/on methods to instill a service-conscious attitude and minimize service failures.
Job Requirements
• Minimum 2-year associates or college degree preferred/equivalent in business.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in business experience in Distribution, Warehousing, Shipping, or International Freight Forwarding, or Transportation Industry
• Strong knowledge, understanding and familiarity of various International and Domestic Distribution Operational activities
• Minimum 1 year leadership role required.
• Strong basic management, human relations, interpersonal, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• General knowledge of safety awareness within an operational division
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. regularly and to maneuver any package with appropriate equipment.
• Knowledge of all Machine Handling Equipment (MHEs) within the facility. This includes, Certified on Forklift, yard hostler, pickers and reach-trucks, both propane and electric, and to operate these in a safe and compliant manor.
• TSA Certified to operate within a CCSF if applicable
• Strong knowledge, understanding and familiarity of all aspects of CFS and FTZ Operations (site specific) preferred
• Strong knowledge, understanding and familiarity of IATA, IMDG and 49CFR
• DG Regulations preferred
Additional Information
Posting Date: 2023-09-08
FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions. We're glad you stopped by and hope your job search experience with FedEx Logistics, Inc. will be rewarding. We look forward to hearing from you!
FedEx Logistics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disability status.
FedEx Logistics, Inc. participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please ready the E-Verify Notice available in English (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf) and Spanish (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf) before proceeding with your job application. Click here to read the Right to Work Notice available in English (http://ftn.fedex.com/careers/OSC_Right_to_Work_Poster.pdf) and Spanish (http://ftn.fedex.com/careers/OSC_Right_to_Work_Poster_ES.pdf). Additional information about the E-Verify program can also be found at www.uscis.gov.
Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless required to do so by law or the FedEx Logistics Legal Department.
Equal Employment Opportunity: As a federal government contractor, we are committed to employ and promote qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans (including, but not limited to, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and other protected veterans. Our philosophy and commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination is the bedrock to job opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to an individual's protected status (i.e. race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, pregnancy/childbirth, or related condition, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.) Click here and here to read more about "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law."
FedEx Logistics will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the FAIR Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHOO) for the City of Los Angeles (LAMC 189.00)
FedEx Logistics will not rely on the wage history of a prospective employee from any current or former employer when determining the wages for such individual at any stage in the employment process, including in the negotiation or drafting of any employment contract in accordance with Philadelphia Ordinance No. 160840.
Here is what you get as a FedEx Employee:
At FedEx Logistics, you'll find everything you'd expect of a people-first, global industry leader. FedEx offer a chance at a long rewarding career within one of the World's Top Companies. From benefits to special training to advancement opportunities, our offering is deep and wide to match our commitment to your career aspirations. Employee compensation and rewards are structured to acknowledge individual effort, stimulate new ideas, encourage outstanding performance, and promote teamwork. FedEx Offers an attractive and comprehensive package of pay benefits and quality of Work/Life programs.
Salary Increases - Salary increase based on individual performance.
Tuition Assistance - Subsidy for continuous learning and education
Paid Time Off - Vacation, holiday, sick leave
Health Care Program - Medical coverage and dental coverage
Additional Benefits - Life, Disability (short/long term)
401(k) Program - Financial security in retirement
Reduced Shipping Rate - Exclusive discounts for personal shipping
LifeCare and LifeMart Benefits - Discount programs (e.g., car, restaurants, movies, daycare, pet care and more)
Shift Hours - 1st shift -Tuesday through Saturday 9am to 6pm
Job Functions:
• To plan, organize and control the input, movement, process/sort, and output of the operations to ensure a high level of service and quality at a minimal cost.
• Responsible for selecting, training, and developing a staff of 1 to 15 direct reports.
• Makes professional recommendations to management regarding continuous constructive work-related activities that would further enhance or improve workflow production and results.
• Directly involved in the implementation of FedEx Trade Networks standard operating procedures (SOP), working with associates to ensure that these standards are being maintained throughout the department/facility.
• Assist in staff development through daily desk level oversight and hands on training efforts.
• Communicates serious client problems, freight movement delays or misroutes to management immediately upon awareness.
• Develops/reviews cost for all Distribution Operational activities.
• Advise management of safety issues or equipment/building concerns.
• Maintains contact with customers (internal and external) with regard to conditions affecting the service level of area served.
• Responsible for operations of the air export gateway in the absence of the gateway manager. Ensure that all carrier allocations are maintained. (site specific)
• Oversees movement and activities of all related products to ensure maximum efficiency
• Work closely with distribution management and staff to ensure that all cargo is handled, screened and processed properly and that all carrier lockouts are met. (site specific)
• Conducts meetings to provide employees with daily information regarding division/operation, health and safety awareness; and applies consistent administration of disciplinary procedures
• Maintains accurately all required inventory/reports/paperwork, payroll, performance reviews, and personal record statistics through established paperwork guidelines.
• Ensures cost effectiveness of operations through established control of equipment, utilities and supplies
• Assists with the safety and security of the distribution inventory and safety of associates by complying with all related government regulations including OSHA, state and local fire department, US DOT, hazardous materials, Customs Border Patrol and Homeland Security regulations.
• Assists safety methods and programs are implemented and maintained. Instructs employees with/on methods to instill a service-conscious attitude and minimize service failures.
Job Requirements
• Minimum 2-year associates or college degree preferred/equivalent in business.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in business experience in Distribution, Warehousing, Shipping, or International Freight Forwarding, or Transportation Industry
• Strong knowledge, understanding and familiarity of various International and Domestic Distribution Operational activities
• Minimum 1 year leadership role required.
• Strong basic management, human relations, interpersonal, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• General knowledge of safety awareness within an operational division
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. regularly and to maneuver any package with appropriate equipment.
• Knowledge of all Machine Handling Equipment (MHEs) within the facility. This includes, Certified on Forklift, yard hostler, pickers and reach-trucks, both propane and electric, and to operate these in a safe and compliant manor.
• TSA Certified to operate within a CCSF if applicable
• Strong knowledge, understanding and familiarity of all aspects of CFS and FTZ Operations (site specific) preferred
• Strong knowledge, understanding and familiarity of IATA, IMDG and 49CFR
• DG Regulations preferred
Additional Information
Posting Date: 2023-09-08
FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions. We're glad you stopped by and hope your job search experience with FedEx Logistics, Inc. will be rewarding. We look forward to hearing from you!
FedEx Logistics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disability status.
FedEx Logistics, Inc. participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please ready the E-Verify Notice available in English (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf) and Spanish (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf) before proceeding with your job application. Click here to read the Right to Work Notice available in English (http://ftn.fedex.com/careers/OSC_Right_to_Work_Poster.pdf) and Spanish (http://ftn.fedex.com/careers/OSC_Right_to_Work_Poster_ES.pdf). Additional information about the E-Verify program can also be found at www.uscis.gov.
Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless required to do so by law or the FedEx Logistics Legal Department.
Equal Employment Opportunity: As a federal government contractor, we are committed to employ and promote qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans (including, but not limited to, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and other protected veterans. Our philosophy and commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination is the bedrock to job opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to an individual's protected status (i.e. race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, pregnancy/childbirth, or related condition, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.) Click here and here to read more about "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law."
FedEx Logistics will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the FAIR Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHOO) for the City of Los Angeles (LAMC 189.00)
FedEx Logistics will not rely on the wage history of a prospective employee from any current or former employer when determining the wages for such individual at any stage in the employment process, including in the negotiation or drafting of any employment contract in accordance with Philadelphia Ordinance No. 160840.