Top 14 Freight forwarder, ocean import Jobs in Tacoma Wa

Ocean Import Specialist
DHL —Seattle, WA
- $27.50 - $36.66 an hour
- Microsoft Excel
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- Mid-level
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- Paid holidays
Team Lead, Air Imports
DSV —Kent, WA
- $33.00 - $44.75 an hour
- Email
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import
DSV —Kent, WA
- $24.60 - $30.75 an hour
- Email
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Operations Specialist III, Aerospace & Defense (US)
Airspace —Tacoma, WA
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Senior level
- Dental insurance
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DSV —Kent, WA
- $24.60 - $30.75 an hour
- Email
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Ocean Export Coordinator – Seattle
Tranco Global LLC —Seattle, WA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
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Freight Forwarder, Air Import
DSV —Kent, WA
- $22.50 - $30.50 an hour
- Email
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Import & Export Operations
YAMATO TRANSPORT USA INC —Tukwila, WA
- $48,000 - $55,000 a year
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Office
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Import/Export & Procurement Specialist
Trinity Glass International Inc —Federal Way, WA
- $60,000 - $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- English
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Import Agent
Nippon Express USA —SeaTac, WA
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
Fulfillment Specialist
WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. —Seattle, WA
- Overtime
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Station Manager
DHL —Seattle, WA
- From $115,290 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor of Science
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Warehouse General Worker I
AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. —SeaTac, WA
- $19.06 - $24.00 an hour
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- English
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Logistics Customer Service
Commodity Forwarders, Inc. —SeaTac, WA
- $21.30 - $25.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Ocean Import Specialist

DHL -
Seattle, WA

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Job Details

$27.50 - $36.66 an hour

Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Customer communication
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Job title: Ocean Import Specialist

Job location: Seattle, Washington

Revolutionize the logistics industry as a customer-centric Ocean Import Specialist at DHL Global Forwarding. Join our dynamic team and be at the forefront of innovation, digitalization, and solutions-driven approaches that cater to our customers' every need.

You will play a pivotal role in managing the movement of ocean import shipments, you'll be the driving force behind unrivaled customer satisfaction. Through proactive communication and seamless collaboration with stakeholders, you'll navigate transport exceptions with finesse, delivering swift and effective solutions that help minimize disruptions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Customer Centricity:

Provide exceptional customer service, surpassing expectations and promptly resolving incidents
Cultivate enduring customer relationships, understanding their needs and serving as their advocate
Go beyond simply highlighting transport exceptions by working with Subject Matter Experts, preparing creative customized solutions to keep our customers’ cargo moving
Collaborate seamlessly with internal and external teams to address customer concerns effectively
Master our innovative products and services, offering demonstrations and training as needed
Identify opportunities for account growth and collaborate with sales for rate renewals and upselling
Stay updated on industry trends through trade teams and internal calls

Digitalization and Technical Tasks:

Promote and leverage DHL's digital suite to enhance customer satisfaction and reduce churn
Take ownership of transport orders, ensuring timely delivery of shipments to the final customer
Optimize booking processes to ensure efficient import operations
Prepare and distribute import documents to counterparts (carriers, consignees, suppliers), validating as needed
Assign tasks to the GSC support functions and monitor performance
Perform IT systems related tasks to provide up to date information on shipments

File Ownership, Finance and P/L:

Take full ownership of your files and their financial performance. You are the single point of contact for our internal network and our customers with regards to your files
Continuously drive GP Maximization by finding cost efficient transportation solutions, leveraging upselling opportunities and minimizing revenue leakage

SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS:

Strong understanding of Ocean Import regulations and documentation is preferred
Enthusiasm for building deep and lasting connections with our customers
Proactive and solution-oriented mindset, always demonstrating a "can do" attitude
Ability to resolve issues related to product movement and proactively communicate with the customer
Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills (oral and written) are essential, with prior customer service experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
Highly desirable, but not required, experience using the CargoWise system

Pay Range: $27.50 - $36.66/hr. (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)

Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.
401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?

At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees’ growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success.

Be part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: DHL Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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