Import Coordinator
Import Coordinator
In Office Clearwater, FL
Location: In Office Clearwater, FL
Company Profile:
Having been in business for more than half a century, Peter Wittwer Global Logistics specializes in providing reliable and dependable Logistics service anywhere in North America and around the world. Our organization can be depended upon in providing the utmost in professionalism and transparency along with competitive rates in freight forwarding, import/export logistics, customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution, and domestic freight management.
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated individual with experience in international Freight Forwarding or Truck Brokerage. Minimum of 3 years experience in handling all modes of international transportation preferred. This is a fast-paced operation.
Good candidate will have experience in the following areas:
- Tracking of inbound/outbound shipments with ocean and air freight carriers
- Deep understanding of LTL/TL carrier and delivery process
- Communication of cargo status to clientele
- Accurate and timely distribution of documentation
- Arrangement of timely cargo delivery
- Coordination between shipping lines, air lines, and common carriers
- Monitoring and understanding of in-transit cargo and documentation requirements
- Negotiation of freight rates with common carriers and warehouses
- Ability to perform in multinational office environment
- Establishment of best practices and the performance of duties in accordance with internal and client-established KPIs
Strong candidate will:
- Possess ability to work independently with high degree of accountability.
- Possess ability to speak multiple languages (highly desired but not required)
- Be exceptionally organized and detail-oriented
- Be highly experienced in MS Excel and MS Word
- Be able to work in U.S. (required)
Benefits
- Full Time position 8-5pm.
- Benefits, Health Ins., 401k Plan, Incentive Plan
- Salary commensurate with Experience