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Air Export Agent I

Yusen Logistics
Kent, WA Other
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/29/2026

Overview

Salary Range: $34,763-$52,047 eligble for bonus plan. 

 

Position Summary:

The Export Agent facilitates the shipment of cargo via air and/or ocean transport. The Export Agent is responsible for receiving shipping instructions and following customer specific guidelines in the preparation and transmission of export transactions.  This includes processes from booking through confirmation of shipping.

 

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Take booking requests, ensure bookings are made at current and accurate rates, consolidate and route shipments based on local office procedures.
  • Communicate with carriers, origin and destination locations regarding shipment status, special handling and delivery processes.
  • Monitor and manage shipments until completion. Keep customers appraised to the export details of transactions in accordance with local office export operation procedures.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of export documentation – review and verify documentation and obtain any missing documentation from the customer.
  • Build relationships with all customers, other offices, overseas agents and service providers
  • Review standard operating procedures to ensure compliance, TSA, Quality Assurance Standards, TAPA, and IMDG.
  • May be responsible for special shipments involving perishables (live animals, cherries, etc.) and/or be in charge of special accounts.
  • Report anomalies in operations and new customer requirements to management for decisions on additional service requirements

In some locations, Export Agents may be required to load and unload trucks, use forklift, package and palletize cargo and complete other assigned warehouse and inventory tasks.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma and or GED
  • Prior work experience in logistics/freight forwarding industry NOT required.
  • Basic to intermediate experience using Windows operating system and Microsoft software applications is required
  • Must possess excellent customer service skills with the ability to grasp extensive knowledge while dealing with a variety of people.
  • Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret verbal and written requests and directions. Must have the ability to compose letters, memos, emails and other written documentation clearly and concisely.  Be able to present one’s self in a highly cooperative and professional manner when meeting both internal and external customers and vendors face to face. 
  • Must have working knowledge of Windows operating system and be comfortable working with Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel and Outlook)

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

 

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
  • 401k with a company match
  • Standard 10 days PTO 
  • Eligible for bonus plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more

 

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

 

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

www.yusen-logistics.com/

 

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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