Ocean Import Coordinator
- Nashville, TN, United States
$18 to $22 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $18 to $22 USD / hour
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- Experience
- 1–2+ years of ocean freight, freight forwarding, or international logistics experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We are hiring an Ocean Import Coordinator with experience in ocean freight, international logistics, or freight forwarding. This role will manage import shipments from origin through final customer delivery while coordinating documentation, customs clearance, shipment tracking, billing, and customer communication.
Responsibilities include:
- Manage FCL and LCL ocean import shipments.
- Process bills of lading, arrival notices, and commercial documents.
- Coordinate customs clearance and verify shipment documentation.
- Track and trace cargo from origin through final delivery.
- Communicate with overseas agents, ocean carriers, customs contacts, and customers.
- Resolve shipment delays and transportation exceptions.
- Complete shipment costing, charges, and invoicing.
- Monitor freight to minimize storage and demurrage charges.
Qualifications:
- 1–2+ years of ocean freight, freight forwarding, or international logistics experience.
- Knowledge of FCL/LCL shipments, Incoterms, customs processes, and international shipping documentation.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Pay Details: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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Skills
- Logistics
- Documentation
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving