Job title: Import or Export Specialist
Company: FreightTAS
Job description: Air or Ocean Import or Export SpecialistSalary – $50k to $65k base – Commensurate with experienceExcellent benefitsCargowise advantageous or similar softwareMust have 2+ years of experience in international freight forwarding operations is required.The client is a global freight forwarder and has been on a path of continued expansion and success for over many decades.Job Summary:The Air or Ocean Import or Export Specialist is responsible for the handling of the Air or Ocean import/export files, including following the compliance guidelines that are in place, preparing quotes, and customer service.The right candidate will need to be enthusiastic, positive and internally driven with a sense of urgency and “whatever-it-takes” attitude.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Handle day-to-day air and ocean export shipments.Pre-alert agent and shipper; organize and prepare documentation for customers; follow up with steamship lines; maintain daily reports for pending shipments as required.Ensure all required documents are received; send final documents as needed.File AES and other required documentation to process export shipments.Arrange pick-ups, deliveries and container loading as required.Maintain customer service updates, including tracking cargo from origin to destination.Set up billing and payables.Other duties as assigned.Desired Skills and Expertise:Knowledge of freight forwarding with a focus on air and ocean export operations.Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook; freight forwarding software – Cargowise advantageousCommitment to excellent customer service, supporting external and internal customers, and utilizing effective communication and follow-up skills.Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment at all levels of the organization or work independently with little or no supervision to achieve results.Effective interpersonal skills that result in loyal, long-term customer relationships.Practical problem-solving and decision-making skills.Ability to work under time constraints using time management and organization skills, adjusting priorities based on workload or direction from customer or management
Expected salary: $50000 – 65000 per year
Location: Dallas, TX
Job date: Sun, 11 Aug 2024 22:04:29 GMT
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