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Freight Forwarder

Asstra
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

At AsstrA, we are an ambitious company with a global footprint, operating in 24 countries across 43 offices. With over 1,100 employees spread across the EU, Asia, CIS, and the Americas, we bring over 29 years of industry expertise to our customers. Our expertise spans the entire spectrum of transport and logistics : road, ocean, rail, air, and intermodal freight, customs services, and cargo insurance. Our operational teams are the foundation for building high-quality partnerships with our clients and are a key factor in the success of AsstrA's new ocean freight division.

Your Responsibilities :

We're looking for motivated, hands-on individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment. If you're eager to grow and help shape a team culture where sharing ideas and continuously improving is key, this role is for you.

  • Book ocean freight shipments, collaborating with our teams abroad to secure the best carriers for our clients;
  • Manage the pre- and post-shipping processes across all transport modes;
  • Prepare and create shipping documents, including customs clearance orders;
  • Communicate with clients, service providers, and AsstrA offices in both English and Russian :
  • Complete all logistics and shipping paperwork to ensure smooth operations.

What We Expect :

  • Around 2 years of experience in ocean freight;
  • Fluent in both Russian and English;
  • A genuine interest in growing AsstrA's presence in the U.S. and globally;
  • A hands-on mentality, willing to tackle new challenges head-on;
  • A strong drive to contribute and develop yourself professionally;
  • The ability to work within a team to resolve problems and take responsibility;
  • Proactive work ethic and a desire to achieve results.
  • What We Offer :

  • All the tools you need to succeed, including a laptop, smartphone, and corporate SIM card;
  • Regular team-building events;
  • Extra vacation day for your birthday;
  • Opportunities for career growth in a mid-sized company that's just starting to establish its ocean freight division, but already boasts a strong network;
  • A dynamic team that will help you define and achieve your goals;
  • A mentor to guide you during onboarding;
  • Holiday gifts for all children of our AsstrA family.
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