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Talmo & Associates, Inc

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Ocean Freight Supervisor

Hayward, CA · On-site

$85K/yr

... manage operational issues with limited oversight. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee daily ocean ... Support new customer implementations, account retention, and business growth. Required ...

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SOUTHERN STAR CONSULTING LLC

NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Job Overview We are seeking a motivated and results‑driven Business Development Manager who is ... ocean freight. * Demonstrated success in generating new business and meeting or exceeding sales ...

Danzas Corporation

Ocean Freight Manager

Atlanta, GA

$93K - $124K/yr

Ocean Freight Manager Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia Join our team as an Ocean Freight Manager and ... Develop and maintain business relationships with existing clients, seek potential upsell ...

DSV Road GmbH

MI · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

Lead Your Business : In-depth knowledge of logistics, supply chain management, and ocean freight principles. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced ...

JAS INC

Business Development Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$150K - $750K/yr

Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage ... The Business development manager (BDM) is responsible for increasing gross profit and market share ...

JAS

Business Development Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$150K - $750K/yr

Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage ... The Business development manager (BDM) is responsible for increasing gross profit and market share ...

INT'L TRANSPORTATION & TRADE LLC

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International Logistics & Ocean Freight Coordinator

Miramar, FL · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr (+ commission)

Manage ocean import and export shipments from origin to final delivery. Coordinate bookings with ocean carriers, NVOCCs, trucking companies, and warehouses. Negotiate freight rates, service contracts ...

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Regional Business Development Manager

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$150K - $750K/yr

Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage ... The Regional Business Development Manager (RBDM) is responsible for driving strategic growth across ...

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Freight Forwarder

Erlanger, KY · On-site

* Manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance and delivery to the final ... Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred * Experience in ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for business development manager ocean freight in the United States is $85,602.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Route Development Manager TPEB - North East Region

Edison, NJ

Air Express International USA, Inc.
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$141K - $189K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Route Development Manager TPEB - North East Region

Job Location: Edison, New Jersey
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services. Visit our career site on the web at [1] https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html


As the Ocean Route Development Manager your responsibilities will be to: (1) to grow business from new and existing customers; (2) sponsor accounts at national level to facilitate commercial escalations, pricing decisions that foster growth and improve overall customer satisfaction; (3)  to develop product-related services which would act as a catalyst for growth; (4) work with trade analytics and relevant market intelligence material to provide and maintain regular monthly trade lane intel report, develop  comprehensive trade lane strategy and build compelling presentations and materials to support our sales organization (5) Organize bi-lateral trade summits with targeted overseas countries and support in country sales visit planning and execution. (6) This role is for the Route Development Manager Transpacific Eastbound for the US North East


The position requires a person who possesses deep knowledge of the US Ocean Freight market and assigned trade lane markets, and who is committed to growth targets. The Route Development Manager also needs to play a role as "bridge" to connect commercial and/or customers with Ocean freight product and station operations for business opportunities or problems solving.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ocean Freight product champion and subject matter expert for assigned trade lanes and liaison between product, marketing/sales, key customers and station operations.
  • Drives growth across all ocean products within the appointed trade(s), and together with local OFR management drives Field Sales to focus on those trade(s) as per country growth plan
  • Provides local guidance for local sales on where and what to sell, and personally engages in customer opportunities, including target customer characteristics
  • Engage with US and overseas Ocean Freight pricing teams (OCCs) to review and finalize OFR rates for opportunities.
  • Develop Ocean Freight product priorities/targets (volume/price/campaigns) and the business plan for assigned routes.
  • Conduct market profiling, competitor research and analysis to understand and identify market opportunities and challenges; provides feedback on competitiveness of Ocean Freight solutions based on hit ratios and stakeholder input
  • Drives engagement with overseas RDMs as per the trade plan and focus countries
  • Engages locally with carriers and procures as per Trade Management guidance
  • Builds and executes an annual program of activities to support the growth required, e.g. sales campaigns (in alignment with Sales), must win RFQs, suggested investments required, etc. 



Skills / Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a business discipline and 4+ years of related experience
  • Strong ocean freight product and pricing knowledge
  • Thorough understanding of business development strategy and the sales process
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills including conflict management and negotiation
  • Cross-cultural competence and cultural sensitivity
  • Self-starter with excellent planning and organizing skills who is willing to share knowledge and expertise
  • Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Power Point
  • Fluent in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus
  • Travel Required less than 50%


Pay Range: $141,831.00 - $189,108.00+ (Based on Experience)


Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)

  • Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.
  • 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
  • Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
  • Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
  • Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
  • Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
  • Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.
 

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?

At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees' growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success.

Be part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: DHL Careers.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.


Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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