National Air Export Director
Company: ClearFreight
Location: El Segundo
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: The Director of Air
Export will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight
for our Hawthorne based Air Export department and drive the
nationwide expansion of our air export capabilities. This role
combines hands on operational expertise with strategic vision to
deliver consistent, high-quality performance across all U.S.
locations. The director will be responsible for standardizing
processes, improving efficiency, and developing the infrastructure
necessary to scale our services while maintaining the highest
standards of compliance and customer satisfaction. Key
Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of nine air export
professionals at our Hawthorne office, setting performance
standards, and promoting operational excellence Design and
implement a national growth strategy encompassing LAX, SFO, SEA,
ORD, JFK, MIA, ATL, IAH, DFW, and SLC locations Standardize
workflows, procedures, and technology tools to create consistent
and scalable operational models Partner with Sales and Senior
Leadership to align operations with business development goals and
identify opportunities for revenue growth Cultivate and maintain
strategic relationships with air carriers, agents, and key
logistics partners to strengthen service offerings and competitive
positioning Monitor KPIs and operational data to drive continuous
improvement and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality
standards Requirements: Minimum 10 years of air export experience
within the international freight forwarding industry, including at
least 5 years in a leadership capacity Strong working knowledge of
TSA security requirements, IATA regulations, and US Export
compliance Proven ability to scale operations, optimize processes,
and lead multi-location teams effectively Strategic thinker with a
hands-on leadership style and the ability to balance tactical
execution with long term planning Proficiency with freight
forwarding systems: CargoWise experience preferred Bachelor's
degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a
related discipline preferred
Keywords: ClearFreight, Hawthorne , National Air Export Director, Logistics, Transportation & Drivers , El Segundo, California
