Top 30 Import forwarding agent Jobs in Queens, Ny

Ocean Import Specialist
Scan Global Logistics —Jamaica, NY
- $24.04 - $33.65 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Local
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Import Forwarding Agent
FedEx Logistics —Jamaica, NY
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sales Agent
Prime Air Cargo Inc —Inwood, NY
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
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NVOCC Import Coordinator
United Cargo Management —New York, NY
- $45,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Data entry
- Entry level
- Health insurance
AIR IMPORT EXECUTIVE
Dimerco Express Corp —Queens, NY
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Air Import Specialist
Transgroup Express, LLC —Jamaica, NY
- $24.00 - $33.65 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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12d
Senior Freight Forwarding Sales Executive
DP WORLD LOGISTICS USA, INC —Brooklyn, NY
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- 3 years
- US work authorization
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Jr Operations Agent (JFK)
GCL —Inwood, NY
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Customer service
- Military
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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Warehouse Agent
Rock-It Cargo —Inwood, NY
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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Junior Account Logistics Manager
Convelio —New York, NY
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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OPERATION MANAGER
Dimerco Express USA Corp —Queens, NY
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Team management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Ocean Import Coordinator
Mallory Alexander International Logistics —Lynbrook, NY
- $28 - $31 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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OCEAN OPERATION SPECIALIST
Dimerco Express Corp —Queens, NY
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Customer service
- English
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2d
Ocean Import Specialist
Transgroup Express, LLC —Elizabeth, NJ
- $31.25 - $32.69 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Local
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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12d
FREIGHT FORWARDER – IMPORT (New Jersey)
Ocean Blue Express —Englewood Cliffs, NJ
- $50,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Office
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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14d
Sr. Ocean Import Specialist
FNS, INC —Moonachie, NJ
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Ocean Import Specialist I
FNS, INC —Moonachie, NJ
- $24.04 - $28.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Ocean Import Specialist
FNS, INC —Ridgefield Park, NJ
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Databases
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Air Freight Coordinator – Import/Export Operations
ARI Shipping Corp. —Inwood, NY
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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2d
Ocean Carrier Services Manager
GLOVIS America, Inc. —Fort Lee, NJ
- $119,000 - $127,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Office
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
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Ocean Import Specialist

Scan Global Logistics -
Jamaica, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$24.04 - $33.65 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
General freight transportation
Computer operation
Ocean freight
CargoWise
Desktop applications
NVOCC
Productivity software

Full Job Description

Ocean Import Specialist

Job Description

About Scan Global Logistics:

At Scan Global Logistics every person has an opportunity to unlock potential. We are a full-service global logistics provider present on all continents. By bringing a human approach to everyone, everywhere, we make the world a little less complicated. At the core of our DNA is a ‘can-do-attitude’ and the willingness to always walk the extra mile to find the right logistic solution whether by road, rail, ocean, air, or any other modes of transportation. Our culture is based on our four virtues: respect, integrity, entrepreneurship, and fun.

This is a direct hire, full time, on-site position based in Jamaica, New York.

Position Overview:

SGL is seeking a proactive Ocean Import Specialist to oversee end-to-end ocean import operations. In this role, you will manage the complete freight forwarding process from initiating shipment documentation to coordinating with internal teams and delivering exceptional customer service. You will ensure the accurate and timely movement of cargo and information while maintaining compliance with company procedures and industry standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with freight forwarding experience who are eager to advance their careers in international logistics and gain hands-on experience in all aspects of ocean import operations.

Job Description:

Enter international ocean import tracking documentation from origin to destination.
Ensure that regulatory requirements are met and that shipments have exact paperwork, such as transit documents and customs clearances.
Ensure that documentation is processed, distributed, and discharged in a timely way to carriers, forwarders, customers, and agents.
Prepare all major data entry and confirmation of key milestones (departure, arrival, customs clearance, PODs, and so on) as per Customer Standard Operating Procedures.
Maintain polite, timely, and efficient customer service.
Maintain accurate costs and profits by overseeing and completing proper billing to clients based on agreed pricing.
Ensure that shipments are picked up and transferred with the proper partners.
Develop techniques and procedures for transporting commodities from local or offshore locations to warehouses, other storage offices, or final consignee locations for nominated shippers.
To stay competitive, negotiate shipping costs.
Prepare customs declarations and bonds.
Develop and manage successful relationships with local suppliers and other co-load carriers (for example, airline agents, freight forwarders, customs brokers, local pickup and delivery firms, regional trucking companies, and line-haul providers).
Establish and manage the essential procedures to ensure that all employees work in a clean, well-organized, safe, and healthy environment.
Take booking requests, ensure bookings are made at current and accurate rates, consolidate and route shipments based on local office procedures from departure, arrival, customs clearance, PODs, etc.
Arrange for container pickup and return to railyard.
Coordination of daily shipments (documentation, monitoring, arranging pickup/ dispatching, communicate with carriers and issuing invoices etc.)
Monitor and manage shipments until completion. Keep customers appraised to the import details of transactions in accordance with local office import operation procedures.
In-depth communications with e.g., vendor, shipper, customer carrier, overseas agents, freight forwarders, customs broker, local pickup, and delivery companies etc.
Responds to emails and rate requests in a timely manner, assisting local sales efforts.
Accurate and Timely Billing e.g.: create customer invoice and approve payables.
Review standard operating procedures to ensure compliance, FMC, Quality Assurance Standards, TAPA, and IMDG, ISO, Customs, etc.
In-depth understanding of the Ocean Export process, EEI, and NVOCC / Non-NVOCC
Understand department process flow, looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity.
Complete all inbound moves; this includes, but is not limited to, ITs and permits to transfer.
Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Department Manager

Qualifications:

Customer service oriented
Attention to detail.
Problem solving attitude.
Active Listening
Telephone Etiquette
Basic Software Skills (Ms. Office & Ms. Excel)
Basic Computer Skills

Education and Experience:

Ocean Import experience +2 years (is must)
Experience in freight forwarding Ocean operations processes and procedures.
Experience of bonded freight and cargo
Previous experience with CargoWise is required

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:

Must be eligible to work in the United States
Must pass TSA eligibility screening.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.04 - $33.65 Per hour

Schedule: 8-hour shift (Monday to Friday)

Work Location: On-site

Benefits:

401(k)
Health Insurance
Dental insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement

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