Head of Air & Ocean Freight

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yrDirect message the job poster from Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding RecruitmentUSA's Number 1 Freight Forwarding HeadhunterHead of Air & Ocean Freight – Houston, TXGlobal Freight Forwarding and Logistics | Full P&L Ownership | Strategic U.S. GatewayOverviewA global freight forwarding group with strong European roots and an expanding U.S. platform is seeking a high-caliber Station Manager to lead its Houston operation. This is not a maintenance role. It is a full-scope leadership position with direct accountability for air and ocean freight performance, P&L delivery, operational control, and team scaling.The Houston station serves as a strategic U.S. gateway, handling complex international shipments tied to energy, industrial, and project verticals. The right candidate will be both commercially aggressive and operationally disciplined, with the mandate to grow volume, margin, and organizational footprint.Core ResponsibilitiesLead and develop cross-functional teams across Air Export, Air Import, Ocean Import, and Ocean ExportOwn full P&L responsibility for the Houston station with direct reporting to regional leadershipManage door-to-door freight execution including routing, pricing, compliance, and delivery performanceDrive retention and expansion of key client relationships across high-value verticals including Oil & Gas, Industrial Projects, Chemicals, and AutomotiveNegotiate directly with air and ocean carriers to secure competitive rates and space allocationEnsure regulatory compliance with TSA, FMC, CBP, and internal audit standardsReport on financial, operational, and customer performance metrics with full KPI ownershipPartner with commercial teams on RFQs, client onboarding, and strategic trade lane developmentAct as the regional lead for gateway optimization and cross-functional process alignmentRequired Experience8+ years in international freight forwarding with a focus on air and ocean services3+ years in a branch or station leadership role with full operational and commercial controlProven ability to manage P&L and drive sustained GP growthExpertise in U.S. customs procedures, export control, TSA compliance, and FMC regulationHands-on experience with CargoWise or a comparable TMSStrong leadership presence and ability to drive accountability at all levelsTrack record of transforming station-level performance through disciplined executionWhat’s on the TableStrategic command of a national gateway with visibility at the executive levelAutonomy to build, shape, and scale the Houston station to flagship statusDirect influence on regional growth and trade lane development strategyBase salary of $170,000+ plus station bonus and full benefitsPrivately held organization with global reach and zero red tapeConfidential SearchThis opportunity is being hired under a retained and confidential mandate. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly by our internal search partner. All conversations held in confidence.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionSupply Chain and General BusinessIndustriesFreight and Package Transportation and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and StorageReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment by 2xInferred from the description for this jobMedical insurance401(k)Child care supportPaid maternity leaveVision insurancePension planPaid paternity leaveStudent loan assistanceTuition assistanceDisability insuranceGet notified about new Station Manager jobs in Houston, TX.Regional Manager of Network Operations (Texas)Houston, TX $120,000.00-$140,000.00 4 months agoSr. Operations Manager - UH Health Family Care CenterSr. Operations Manager, Tea Around Town - San AntonioHouston, TX $70,000.00-$90,000.00 3 months agoHouston, TX $80,000.00-$90,000.00 2 weeks agoManager, Generation Enterprise Security OperationsHouston, TX $100,000.00-$150,000.00 3 weeks agoHouston, TX $125,000.00-$140,000.00 1 week agoHouston, TX $58,656.00-$71,000.00 2 days agoHouston, TX $58,656.00-$71,000.00 2 weeks agoNational Project Logistics Operations & Technology ManagerWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr