Projects Cargo Manager
19 days ago
Houston
Job Description Position Title: Project Cargo Manager Location: Greenspoint/Houston Employment Type: Full-Time Salary $70k to $100k Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Projects Cargo Manager with a strong background in air and/or ocean freight forwarding to lead operational execution, manage customer projects, and oversee shipment flow from planning through delivery. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong knowledge of international logistics, carrier coordination, documentation, and end-to-end project oversight. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of freight forwarding expertise, customer management, problem-solving ability, and the confidence to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global supply chain environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage multiple freight forwarding projects and shipment programs, • Oversee air and/or ocean import/export coordination from origin to final delivery, • Develop shipment plans, timelines, and execution strategies for customer accounts, • Act as the primary point of contact for customers, carriers, brokers, and vendors, • Monitor milestone progress, exceptions, and delays while driving timely resolution, • Coordinate with internal operations, customer service, sales, and warehouse teams, • Ensure all shipping documentation is accurate and compliant, • Support customs clearance, routing decisions, and exception management, • Identify process improvements and drive operational efficiency, • Maintain strong client relationships and deliver a high level of service, • Manage reporting, tracking, and project visibility for internal and external stakeholdersRequired Qualifications, • 5+ years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or project management, • Strong background in air and/or ocean freight operations, • Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, • Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills, • Strong understanding of international shipping documentation and workflows, • Experience working with carriers, customs brokers, and overseas partners, • Proficiency with logistics systems such as CargoWise or similar platforms