Import Export Operation Manager
Job in
El Segundo, Los Angeles County, California, 90245, USA
Listed on 2026-07-21
Listing for:
Humina Resource
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-21
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Import Export, Freight, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Logistics Coordination
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Import Export Operation Manager
El Segundo, California, United States
Import Export Operation Manager- Japanese Bilingual
- Minimum 7 Years of Experience in Freight Forwarding
We are seeking an Operations Specialist/Coordinator to support day-to-day freight forwarding operations during the U.S. launch phase. This role will work closely with the U.S. Director and collaborate with Japan headquarters and the Thailand team.
Key Responsibilities- Handle day-to-day freight forwarding operations (Ocean / Air / Import / Export)
- Coordinate shipments, documentation, and delivery schedules
- Communicate with customers, vendors, carriers, and overseas offices
- Monitor shipment status and resolve operational issues as they arise
- Support operational process setup during the U.S. branch launch phase
- Assist with internal coordination and reporting as needed
- Experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations (flexible depending on skill set)
- Basic to solid knowledge of Ocean and/or Air Import & Export operations
- Business-level English communication skills (required)
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work on-site in the Los Angeles area
- Minimum 7 years of logistics or freight forwarding experience
- Experience handling both import and export operations
- Japanese language skills or familiarity with Japanese business culture
- Experience working with overseas offices or international clients
We are looking for someone who:
- Is detail-oriented and reliable in daily operations
- Communicates clearly and proactively
- Is comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification
- Takes responsibility and follows through on tasks
- Enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Can adapt to change in a growing, launch-phase organization
- Salary: $75K-$90K (DOE)
- Standard business hours:
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM - Potential flexibility in work style as the organization grows
- Benefits to be discussed (health insurance, PTO, etc.)
To be a Knot that connects people and nations— bridging Japan and the United States by supporting sustainable business and cross-border collaboration.
Why Join Us- Be part of a U.S. business launch from an early stage
- Work closely with leadership and gain broad operational exposure
- Grow with a global logistics company that values communication and trust
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