Logistics Supervisor; Freight Forwarding
Listed on 2026-08-25
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Warehouse
Supply Chain & Logistics, Distribution/ General Warehouse -
Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain & Logistics, Distribution/ General Warehouse
Established in 2001, Apex Logistics International has become a top dependable solution for those seeking expertise in freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, transportation management, warehousing, and distribution. With a presence in 70 countries across six continents, 42 offices, 2,500+ dedicated employees, and consistent, dependable services, Apex continues to grow rapidly and deliver passion worldwide.
SUMMARY:The Warehouse Customer Service Supervisor is responsible for leading the Warehouse CS team and serving as a key operational bridge between Warehouse Operations, Air Import, Air Export, Domestic Dispatch, and other internal and external stakeholders. This role requires strong end-to-end operational knowledge, people management skills, sound judgment, and the ability to independently manage daily operations and resolve exceptions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Team & Shift Management
- Manage daily shift activities, staffing, workload allocation, schedules, attendance, timecards, overtime, and shift coverage.
- Ensure effective shift handoff and proper communication of pending shipments, exceptions, and operational priorities.
- Manage team and individual performance through regular coaching, performance reviews, training, and development.
- Maintain appropriate records of employee performance, attendance, coaching, and training.
- Hold team members accountable while maintaining a professional and productive work environment.
- Understand and oversee the Warehouse CS process from shipment planning and warehouse receipt through handling, release, loading, and dispatch.
- Prioritize inbound and outbound workload based on shipment urgency, customer requirements, Dispatch needs, and available resources.
- Supervise team execution and ensure shipment status, system updates, documentation, and operational requirements are handled accurately and timely.
- Monitor operational performance and KPIs, identify service or process gaps, and take appropriate corrective action.
- Proactively identify potential delays or risks and resolve operational problems before they impact customers or service commitments.
- Work closely with Warehouse Operators and Warehouse Operations leadership to coordinate daily execution and provide clear shipment priorities and handling instructions.
- Maintain close visibility and control over high-value (HV), critical, NFO, expedited, and other special-handling shipments
. - Monitor important loads through warehouse handling and loading to ensure instructions, timelines, security requirements, and service expectations are properly followed.
- Address and escalation discrepancies, damages, shortages, loading issues, delays, or other operational exceptions immediately.
- Collaborate closely with Air Import, Air Export, Domestic Dispatch, Warehouse Operations
, and other supporting teams to ensure smooth end-to-end execution. - Act as a key escalation point for Warehouse CS operational issues and coordinate across departments to drive timely resolution.
- Understand the priorities and requirements of different departments and translate them into clear warehouse execution plans.
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders regarding operational status, exceptions, and service risks.
- Continuously review workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, communication, and service quality.
- Work across departments to address recurring operational issues, improve SOPs, and implement sustainable solutions.
- Ensure Warehouse CS activities comply with company SOPs, safety and security policies, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support standardization, training, and implementation of new or improved operational processes.
- Take ownership of Warehouse CS operational performance and demonstrate the ability to independently manage daily operations.
- Develop team capability through coaching, cross-training, accountability, and succession planning.
- Dem…
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