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$170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr
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USA's Number 1 Freight Forwarding Headhunter
Head of Air & Ocean Freight – Houston, TX
Global Freight Forwarding and Logistics | Full P&L Ownership | Strategic U.S. Gateway
Overview
A 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 Responsibilities
Lead and develop cross-functional teams across Air Export, Air Import, Ocean Import, and Ocean Export
Own full P&L responsibility for the Houston station with direct reporting to regional leadership
Manage door-to-door freight execution including routing, pricing, compliance, and delivery performance
Drive retention and expansion of key client relationships across high-value verticals including Oil & Gas, Industrial Projects, Chemicals, and Automotive
Negotiate directly with air and ocean carriers to secure competitive rates and space allocation
Ensure regulatory compliance with TSA, FMC, CBP, and internal audit standards
Report on financial, operational, and customer performance metrics with full KPI ownership
Partner with commercial teams on RFQs, client onboarding, and strategic trade lane development
Act as the regional lead for gateway optimization and cross-functional process alignment
Required Experience
8+ years in international freight forwarding with a focus on air and ocean services
3+ years in a branch or station leadership role with full operational and commercial control
Proven ability to manage P&L and drive sustained GP growth
Expertise in U.S. customs procedures, export control, TSA compliance, and FMC regulation
Hands-on experience with CargoWise or a comparable TMS
Strong leadership presence and ability to drive accountability at all levels
Track record of transforming station-level performance through disciplined execution
What’s on the Table
Strategic command of a national gateway with visibility at the executive level
Autonomy to build, shape, and scale the Houston station to flagship status
Direct influence on regional growth and trade lane development strategy
Base salary of $170,000+ plus station bonus and full benefits
Privately held organization with global reach and zero red tape
Confidential Search
This 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 level
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Supply Chain and General Business
Industries
Freight and Package Transportation and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Medical insurance
401(k)
Child care support
Paid maternity leave
Vision insurance
Pension plan
Paid paternity leave
Student loan assistance
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
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