Are you ready to take your career to new heights in the fast-paced world of international logistics? This role offers a dynamic opportunity to be at the forefront of global trade, ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of products across borders. As an Air Export Specialist, you’ll play a crucial role in a company known for its innovation and commitment to excellence. You’ll be empowered to manage complex logistics, build relationships with clients and international partners, and make a significant impact on the success of our operations. With a clear career path for advancement and the potential to earn quarterly bonuses, this position offers both professional growth and financial rewards.
If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in a team environment, and are eager to grow your expertise in a global setting, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career.
About this position:
This position is responsible for facilitating the movement of products, equipment, and materials out of the country via air freight. The role ensures compliance with relevant local, national, and international laws and procedures while adhering to organizational policies. Additionally, it involves providing excellent customer service to exporting clients, including bookings, rate management, document preparation, accounting, and problem resolution.
Essential Functions
- Prepare and coordinate all necessary documentation for efficient, cost-effective, and lawful execution of air export activities.
- Coordinate cargo pick-up and transfer, while monitoring shipment status.
- Communicate with export-related authorities, customers, and suppliers to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
- Correspond with overseas agents and clients in a timely manner, including pre-alerts, rate requests, and shipment status updates.
- Track shipments and keep customers and agents informed of status.
- Create and maintain customer files.
- Audit files for accuracy and completion.
- Interact with coworkers professionally and courteously.
- Complete US Customs AES filings.
- Manage operational and customer Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Qualifications:
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and in a team.
- Knowledge of customs laws, practices, and procedures.
- Positive and effective interaction with coworkers, subordinates, and supervisors.
Experience:
- Geographical knowledge preferred.
- Experience with Cargowise (C1) is a plus.
- Prior experience in the freight forwarding industry is preferred.
- Knowledge of US Export Compliance is preferred.
- A minimum of 2-5 years of experience handling Air Export shipments or a combination of education and relevant experience is required.