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JAS

Ocean Import Specialist

Charleston, SC · On-site

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: * None QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum 3 years' experience in Ocean imports or combination of education and expertise required * Excellent organizational skills * Excellent ...

JAS

Ocean Import Specialist

Charleston, SC · On-site

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: * None QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum 3 years' experience in Ocean imports or combination of education and expertise required * Excellent organizational skills * Excellent ...

Shipco Transport Inc.

Import Supervisor

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$60 - $70/hr

Import Supervisor Department: Global Solutions Group (GSG) Employment Type: Full Time Location ... Our company's truly intermodal character, offering LCL & FCL Ocean and Air freight services ...

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Scan-Group

Import Supervisor

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Import Supervisor Department: Global Solutions Group (GSG) Employment Type: Full Time Location ... Our company's truly intermodal character, offering LCL & FCL Ocean and Air freight services ...

Jas-Worldwide

Ocean Import Specialist

Charleston, SC · On-site

$60 - $85/hr

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneQUALIFICATIONS:Minimum 3 years' experience in Ocean imports or combination of education and expertise requiredExcellent organizational skillsExcellent written and ...

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DSV A/S

Manager, Ocean Import Department

Itasca, IL · On-site

Supervisory Responsibilities * Supervise a team of ocean import coordinators and support staff. Educational background / Work experience * Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or ...

Shipco Transport Inc.

LCL Import Supervisor

Medley, FL · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Our company's truly intermodal character, offering LCL & FCL Ocean and Air freight services ... Import Supervisor. We are looking for a candidate who is proactive, dynamic, highly motivated ...

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Shipco Transport Inc.

LCL Import Supervisor

Miami, FL · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

Our company's truly intermodal character, offering LCL & FCL Ocean and Air freight services ... Import Supervisor. We are looking for a candidate who is proactive, dynamic, highly motivated ...

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Scan-Group

LCL Import Supervisor

Miami, FL · On-site

Our company's truly intermodal character, offering LCL & FCL Ocean and Air freight services ... Import Supervisor. We are looking for a candidate who is proactive, dynamic, highly motivated ...

Shipco Transport Inc.

$55 - $75/hr

Our company's truly intermodal character, offering LCL & FCL Ocean and Air freight services ... Import Supervisor. We are looking for a candidate who is proactive, dynamic, highly motivated ...

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FNS, INC

Ocean Import Manager

Chicago, IL

$80K - $100K/yr

Manage end-to-end ocean freight operations for import and export shipments. * Develop and maintain ... Prior supervisory or management experience required * Proficiency in ERP platforms and MS Office

Expeditors

Ocean Import Agent

Portland, OR · On-site

Ocean Import Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager Additional Information Expeditors offers excellent benefits: * Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time * Health Plan: Medical * Life Insurance * Employee ...

Shipco Transport Inc.

NY · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Our company's truly intermodal character, offering LCL & FCL Ocean and Air freight services ... Import Supervisor. We are looking for a candidate who is proactive, dynamic, highly motivated ...

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Expeditors

Ocean Import Agent

Plainfield, IN · On-site

Types at least 40 Words Per Minute Reporting Structure Ocean Import Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager * Meets company standards of 52 hours training per year per employee. * Attend training classes ...

FNS, INC

Ocean Import Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Manage end-to-end ocean freight operations for import and export shipments. * Develop and maintain ... Prior supervisory or management experience required * Proficiency in ERP platforms and MS Office

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How much do ocean import supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for ocean import supervisor in the United States is $69,921.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an ocean import supervisor do?

An Ocean Import Supervisor oversees the coordination and management of ocean freight shipments, ensuring compliance with import regulations and company policies. They supervise a team handling customs documentation, shipment tracking, and communication with carriers, suppliers, and clients. Their role includes optimizing processes for efficiency, resolving shipping issues, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Additionally, they ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods while adhering to industry regulations and company service standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ocean import supervisor?

To thrive as an Ocean Import Supervisor, you need a strong understanding of international shipping regulations, customs compliance, logistics coordination, and vendor management, often backed by relevant experience or a degree in supply chain or logistics. Familiarity with freight forwarding systems, cargo tracking software, and certifications such as the Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) are highly valued. Exceptional organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication set top candidates apart. These skills are vital for efficiently managing complex import processes, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining compliance in a fast-paced shipping environment.

What are the typical daily challenges faced by an ocean import supervisor?

As an Ocean Import Supervisor, you'll frequently manage multiple shipments simultaneously, coordinate with shipping lines, customs brokers, and internal teams to resolve potential delays, and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant. Handling unexpected disruptions such as customs holds or port congestion is a common challenge, requiring quick thinking and proactive communication. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting discrepancies in cargo tracking and liaising with customers to provide timely updates. These demands make the role dynamic, and it's ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment.

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Infographic showing various Ocean Import Supervisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,921 per year, or $33.6 per hour.

Ocean Import Coordinator

Mallory Alexander International Logistics

Lynbrook, NY • On-site

$28 - $31/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Mallory Alexander International Logistics, a global third-party logistics (3PL) provider, is seeking a Logistics Professional to join our growing team.
In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for customers, overseas agents, and business partners, helping ensure ocean import shipments move smoothly from start to finish. You will play a key role in providing excellent customer service, coordinating shipment details, and maintaining accurate, up-to-date shipment information.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and manage ocean import shipments from booking through final delivery.
  • Monitor shipment status and proactively track cargo movement from origin to destination.
  • Track and trace shipments to ensure departure and ensuring all U.S. customs manifest formalities have been fulfilled by internal departments managing filings (e.g. AMS or ISF filings).
  • Communicate with overseas agents, steamship lines, customs brokers, trucking companies, warehouses, and customers to ensure smooth shipment execution.
  • Prepare, verify, and transmit arrival notices and delivery instructions.
  • Ensure all destination handling fees are paid so shipments can be picked up within free time.
  • Resolve shipment delays, holds, demurrage, detention, and other operational issues promptly.
  • Report delays or any disruptions to our customers, including the appropriate customer service account manager and supervisor.
  • Coordinate with customs brokerage department to provide documentation for entry preparation and transmission upon receipt of clearance documents from overseas agent and/or importer
  • Maintain accurate shipment files and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
  • Update operating system with associated milestones and events.
  • Collaborate with accounting regarding billing discrepancies, credit holds, and customer invoicing.
  • Other duties as assigned by Ocean Import Manager

Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience in ocean import freight forwarding.
  • Knowledge of sea carrier practices, Incoterms, import documentation, and international trade regulations.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with freight forwarding systems (CargoWise experience required) and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, both on a team and independently.

Pay & Benefits
We offer a competitive hourly rate of $28.00-$31.00, depending on your experience. You'll also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO).
Work Environment
This is a hybrid role, requiring 4 days per week in the office and 1 remote workday each week, offering a balance of in-person collaboration and work-from-home flexibility
Why Mallory Alexander?
Mallory Alexander International Logistics is a leading full-service logistics provider established in 1925. With more than 10 facilities in the U.S. and 3 in Asia, Mallory Alexander supports manufacturers, retailers and other suppliers in the storage and shipment of their valuable cargo, and we do it with confidence-on time, with care, everywhere. We proudly offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and a family environment, an environment where our dedicated employees are able make an impact on our customers' experience.
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