Air Import Specialist at DACHSER USA Air & Sea Logistics Inc.

Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

31.5

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Air Import Coordination, Documentation Preparation, Contract Interpretation, Rate Negotiation, Hazardous Materials Handling, Customer Service, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Invoicing, Cargo Exportation, Container Consolidation

Industry

Freight and Package Transportation

Description

Description The Air Import Specialist is responsible for coordinating all aspects of air import shipments. Prepares issues and submits documentation to ensure proper exportation of cargo. Ensures that service commitments are achieved and maintained in accordance with client and company objectives. Provides clients with information and guidance concerning terms of delivery & payment, insurance, services or other matters affecting the their needs. Arranges for consolidation and/or deconsolidation of containers. Ensures that invoicing of rendered services is completed accurately and in a timeframe consistent with company policy. Performs other duties as required and assigned. Requirements High school diploma or its equivalent. Minimum 2 years of experience working in Air Import preferred. Strong knowledge of and experience with contract interpretation. Ability to negotiate rates with airlines and truckers Hazardous Materials experience a plus. Desire and ability to provide excellent customer service required, while maximizing profit. Professional demeanor, including excellent written & verbal communication skills. Stellar organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work within a team environment where keeping open communication among your colleagues is vital. Proficiency in Windows programs, specifically Word and Excel. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ Work Environment: No heavy lifting is expected; although exertion of up to 20 pounds of force may be required on occasion. Manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment, such as computers, copiers, fax machines, etc. Sitting for extended periods of time is common. Hearing and vision within average range to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. This position is performed in a traditional office setting. These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this job. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Responsibilities

The Air Import Specialist coordinates all aspects of air import shipments, including documentation and container consolidation. They ensure service commitments are met while managing client guidance on delivery, payment, and invoicing.