Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a Global Forwarding Coordinator to support export documentation and regulatory filing activities for a Long-term Contract position based in Laredo, Texas. This role is ideal for someone who works independently, solves problems quickly, and stays organized while handling time-sensitive logistics tasks. The position focuses on maintaining accurate shipment records, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and helping ensure export transactions meet applicable U.S. trade requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Complete required export filings accurately and submit them within established deadlines.
- Examine shipping and trade documents to confirm they meet U.S. export compliance standards.
- Verify key shipment details such as classification data, declared values, quantities, and destination country information before processing.
- Investigate filing issues, documentation errors, and shipment delays, then take action to resolve them promptly.
- Coordinate with internal departments, clients, carriers, and government contacts to clarify filing needs and shipment status.
- Maintain organized compliance records and supporting documentation in line with regulatory retention requirements.
- Track export activity to help ensure adherence to agency rules, census reporting obligations, and customs requirements.
- Assist with audit preparation, operational reporting, and process improvement efforts that strengthen compliance performance.
- Raise compliance risks when identified and contribute recommendations for corrective action.
- Manage competing priorities effectively while maintaining accuracy and close attention to detail, including support for rotating weekend and occasional night-shift coverage.
- Experience in logistics, freight forwarding, shipping coordination, or export documentation support.
- Knowledge of U.S. export compliance practices, trade documentation, and regulatory filing procedures.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently.
- Effective communication skills for working with customers, carriers, internal teams, and regulatory contacts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and standard administrative or reporting tools.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer service mindset with solid research, recordkeeping, and reporting capabilities.
- Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills are preferred.