International Freight Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The International Freight Specialist ensures the proper and timely movement of international ocean and / or air freight and information, while complying with internal and external requirements and providing exceptional customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to the following :

• Generate international spot quotes in operating system by using recommended guidelines
• Coordinate the routing of import and export bookings with airlines and ocean carriers
• Initiate pick-ups and deliveries to authorized agents, carriers, and drayage companies
• Prepare, handle, and process documentation including house and master air waybills, commercial documents, and customs / regulatory documents
• Act as a liaison with custom brokers and agents, along with ocean and air terminal operators
• Communicate effectively and timely with customers, carriers, foreign agents, and co-workers through high volume of emails and phone calls
• Maintain compliance standards at all times including internal policies and procedures, external government regulations, and customer requirements
• Prepare and post accurate, timely customer invoices
• Other administrative duties as assigned

Specific Department Responsibilities

Required Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education and Experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

eShipping LLC is an equal opportunity employer.