Ocean Import Coordinator

Job Title: Ocean Import Coordinator Company/Industry: Mid-size freight forwarder Locations: Jamaica, NY Salary: $60-65K/yr depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate Status: Direct hire, FT, On-Site Mon-Fri

Main functions include but are not limited to:

Receive, review and process import documentation from overseas agents/customers Update shipment status, issue arrival notice and obtain entry documents for customs entries. Communicate with customs brokers to confirm customs release status Arrange freight release with carriers/co-load agents, confirm cargo availability Respond to customer requests for shipment status by emails, phone calls in a timely manner, referring customer to supervisor/manager when questions are beyond scope of responsibility Follow up bookings received from overseas agents/customers, open import files and file ISF Perform any other related tasks as required or assigned by supervisor/manager

Requirements:

Minimum 3-5 years of ocean import experience (A-Z) within freight forwarding industry Must be able to understand Incoterms Must have good computer and data entry skills, along with Word, Excel and Outlook Must be able to work under pressure Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $60,000.00 - $65,000.00