A global freight forwarding company is urgently looking for a Japanese/English Bilingual Import Operator at their NJ branch in the are of Edison, NJ. The ideal candidate must be able to speak in Japanese language fluently. The positions require 1) intermediate proficiency of MS Office suite (MS Excel, Word, and Outlook), 2) excellent interpersonal communication skills and 3) be bale to enjoy customer support. This position is a full-time ON-SITE work. Entry-level and new grads candidates are encourage to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS - JAPANESE/ENGLISH BILINGUAL IMPORT OPERATOR:

• Must be proficient in MS Excel with excellent Data Entry skills and Outlook for e-mail communications
• Able to speak in Japanese more than Business level (JLPT N2 or above)
• High School Diploma. Prefers degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, and other related field
• Good at working with numbers and detail oriented
• Organized, multi-tasks, and goal-oriented
• Knowledge of logistic procedures and optimization
• Previous work experience in Freight Forwarding industry is plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
  We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant’s provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.
  We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: From $20.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 37 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Freight forwarding : 1 year (Preferred)
• Import coordination : 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Japanese (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Edison, NJ 08817 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Edison, NJ 08817: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In perso

• Tracking shipments and communicating about shipment’s progress
• Communicating with carriers, customers, and agents via phone and email effectively
• Fill out air and ocean import/ export documentation
• Receive, review, and process documentation for import/ export
• Sending and receiving documents to clients and carriers
• Handle claims with insurance companies if shipment problems occur
• Perform other duties as assigned