International Freight Coordinator

Company Description

Axis Global Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider with 11 office locations and over 1,500 agents worldwide, including in North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1997 by veteran logistics professionals with decades of experience with multiple disciplines, the company provides clients across a broad array of industries and business sectors with deep expertise in supply chain management and the highest level of quality assurance. Axis’ industry-specific supply chain solutions are built on the knowledge of a powerful leadership team as well as industry-leading web-based technology that provides clients with flexibility and real-time visibility and control throughout the process

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential function satisfactorily.

1. Interface
   with custom brokers, suppliers and service providers to ensure consistency with
   defined export/import processes;

2. Ensure
   all foreign agents requests are quoted and handled with a sense of urgency and
   by the required timeline;

3. Prepare
   documents necessary to clear goods through US Customs while providing
   personalized customer service;

4. Manage
   and update the ocean and overseas air freight to ensure best solution for
   product arrival;

5. Audit
   completed shipment documentation for Customs compliance and accuracy,
   communicate and log issues/results;

6. Track
   customer orders and delivery, reviews any restricted party or export license
   holds, resolves any customs reject or warning letters;

7. Analyze
   all aspects of international logistics to determine the most cost-effective or
   efficient means of transporting products that meets budget performance and minimizes
   transit times;

8. Expedites
   clearance and release of shipments that have been delayed by Customs, FDA,
   USDA, and other government agencies as required; coordinate the release and
   delivery of goods with carriers;

9. Communicate
   with customers on shipment statuses, delays, custom holds  and important information;

10. Input
    all pertinent data into company tracking software to allow for a just-in-time
    program to be available to our customers;

11. Prepare
    international reports for both internal and external customers;

12. Complete
    department and/or customer account specific tasks as requested by internal or
    external individuals;

13. Enhances
    professional growth and development through participation in educational
    programs, current literature and workshops;

14. Performs
    other duties as assigned;

Qualifications

 
• Integrity:  Establishes and maintains honest,
       effective relationships with employees at all levels in the organization
       and gains their trust and respect. Accessible, a good listener and put
       others at ease at all times. Develops a reputation for being dependable,
       sincere, and trustworthy. Adapts to change and shifts gears comfortably.

 
• Innovation:  Develops new ideas and suggests new
       visions for the company. Takes a creative approach to implemented business
       policies. Has self-knowledge and confidence to communicate, listen and
       persuade colleagues in an effort to improve the company on all levels.

 
• Initiative:  Works independently, works under
       pressure and meets deadlines. Prepares clear and concise reports without
       the need for constant management. Combines analysis, experience and
       judgment to make good decisions in a timely manner. Tenacity to make important
       decisions with limited information and tight deadlines while remaining to
       be flexible in other situations.

Additional Information

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