What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air/Ocean Import Specialist position at Manitoulin Global Forwarding?
MGF is a privately owned multinational company, operating worldwide in international shipments and logistics support. Established in Canada and growing quickly in the U.S. with offices in Mexico as well. We are a family-oriented environment and looking for strong team players to join us in our success.
MGF Houston is looking for a full time Air/Ocean Import Specialist to join our growing team. We are looking for an individual with a passion for the freight forwarding industry. We are a tight team that works well together and we are looking for another passionate individual who can help us to grow to the next level.
Job Description
Coordinate the successful routing of import Shipments via air and ocean. Job purpose is inclusive of handling files from quoting international freight, arranging shipment from start to finish, preparing documents, sending documents to the appropriate parties, invoicing & costing accurately and closing the file in a timely manner.
Import Air and Ocean:
- Quote international freight for Air and Ocean moves using knowledge of incoterms
- Receive documents from overseas agents and initiate the logging process.
- Confirm data received is in compliance with all US Customs requirements
- Process all documents in accordance with requirements
- Doc turnovers to brokerage department
- Coordinate cargo availability and arrange pick up and delivery
- Finalize billing and distribute documents as required
- Ensure all communications are prompt and content is accurate
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 3 years experience in freight forwarding operations
- Computer Literate (Google Platform a plus)
- Cargowise Knowledge is a plus
- customs entry writing knowledge is a plus
- Good communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to be diplomatic in stressful situations
- Ability to work in a time sensitive environment
- Ability to be proactive
- Ability to be flexible
- Good telephone manners
- Ability to work well with others as well as individually
Additional Information
We Offer:
- Health Insurance coverage including medical, dental and vision
- 401K retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick and personal time)
- Hybrid schedule after 90 day probationary period