What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freight Forwarding Import Specialist position at Everglory Logistics?
Job description:
This is a full-time role for an Import Specialist at Everglory Logistics Inc.
The role is located in Tyrone, GA, with some flexible working possible.
The Import Specialist will be responsible for tasks related to import process, customer service, rate negotiation and quotations.
Do you have.......
- Experience in Import Operations
- Customer service skills
- Knowledge of International Trade regulations and Processes.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multi-task.
- Flexible attitude.
- Ability to prioritize and balance work flow.
- Ability to communicate clearly and troubleshoot where needed.
- A desire to exceed all service expectations and develop business relationships with customer, agents and carriers.
- A minimum of 5 years' experience handling both airfreight and seafreight for a Freight Forwarder.
If so, we would like to talk to you ....
The role would include, but not be limited to:
Handling all Import shipments both air and sea for the Atlanta office.
Negotiating spot rates with carriers and truckers ensuring optimum service/cost effective options for our customers/agents.
Quoting air and sea shipments to US Importers along with DAP/DDP quotations to Overseas Agents.
Interaction with all parties, shipper/agent/carrier with the goal of high level customer satisfaction.
Pro-active communication and first class customer service are expected.
Ensuring all parties, customers, agents are kept fully updated as to the status of their shipments at all times
All costs to be accurately accrued and files invoiced timely.
A working knowledge of Word and Excel expected.
Experience on Cargo Wise 1 a bonus
Please do not apply for this position if you are not currently employed by a Freight Forwarder.
Remuneration includes 401K/Medical/Dental/Vision.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Freight Forwarding: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tyrone, GA 30290: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tyrone, GA 30290