Fast-pacedHiring a part-time International Air Freight Agent for our 24/7 Freight Forwarding operations – Fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
Work time is split between office and warehouse/dock operations. Weekend and holiday work may be required depending on the season.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Ensure the timely movement of cargo; and ensure procedures are followed at all times
- Complete pre-bookings and coordinate necessary deliveries
- Coordinate with customs brokers to obtain release documents in a timely manner
- Process claims paperwork timely and accurately with carriers
- Verify on-boards and forward necessary correspondence to customers
- Enter and retrieve data from the computer and complete forms and documents
- Make sure all import files are provided to the warehouse are complete
- Proactively communicate with airlines to avoid unnecessary delays
- Process Air freight billing / accounting related functions required for customer
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- 3-5 years customer service experience with a Freight / Logistics company
- Able to interpret (understand) documentation related to freight forwarding
- Experience with Air bills and house bills
- Basic Computer Skills; e-mail, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Strong grasp of geography; to determine the best options for routing freight
- Must be able to quickly get between dock office and operations many times per hour
The right candidate will have:
- Air freight industry experience
- Hawaii trade lane experience(preferred)
- TSA Certification is a plus!
- Able to read and distinguish tariff codes
- Experience with specialized cargo (hazardous, OOG, overweight)
- Ability to prepare accurate customs export documents in a timely manner from source documents (checking for accuracy) taking responsibility for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of the transaction.
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 – $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Evening shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Air Freight experience?
Experience:
- Freight: 3 years (Required)
- Customer service: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- TSA certificate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Part-time
$23 – $24 an hour
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