What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air and Ocean Import / Export Agent – Freight Forwarder (34384) position at Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions?
An international freight forwarding company is actively seeking an Import/ Export Agent at Freight Forwarder to join their facility near Atlanta International Airport.
Responsibilities of Import/ Export Agent – Freight Forwarder
- Prepare documents for Air and Ocean Export or Import operations in a timely manner with appropriate procedures and guidelines
- Be responsible for A - Z logistics
- Manage cargo in case of emergency and ensure routes will be corrected in timely manner
- Communicate with clients and provide Logistics Customer Service
- Communicate with shipping companies, truckers, and other vendors, and arrange pick-up and delivery
- Making arrangements for domestic railway/trucking shipping
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications of Import/ Export Agent – Freight Forwarder
- 2-5 years experience in International Import or Export operation in freight forward industry
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong leadership skills in team environment and skills to bring positive atmosphere to the team
- Ability to be flexible to work effectively with wide variety of people and to work responsibly and effectively in a multicultural environment
- Excellent communication (Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening) and presentation skills
- Ability to multi-task and perform duties efficiently
- Team-worker, Detail-oriented, Responsible, Punctual, Self-motivated
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
- While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.
We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Freight Forwarding: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- College Park, GA 30349 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $27