Senior Export Operations Lead – Ocean Freight

About the role

The Senior Export Operations Lead will head the Ocean freight product line, driving strategic growth and operational excellence for Dispatch Global Logistics in Cairo. You will act as the functional lead, shaping the transport market strategy while ensuring compliance and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Direct and manage all operational services within the Export Operations unit.
• Achieve business and profit growth targets, holding full P/L responsibility for the unit.
• Maintain and negotiate strategic relationships with carriers, securing pricing and service standards.
• Oversee the vendor (carrier) base to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Develop new business opportunities and introduce innovative product and service offerings.
• Monitor staff performance to meet individual and unit KPIs.
• Allocate resources to meet service level agreements and SOPs.
• Report operational statistics to top management as required.

Required profile

• 3‑6 years of experience in export logistics or ocean freight operations.
• Proven leadership ability in a fast‑paced logistics environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of meeting profit targets.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a strategic business unit within a growing logistics company.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Professional development and career growth in a dynamic market.