Import Coordinator job description

$22/HR

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in the logistics field; import/export in air or ocean
• Data entry skills
• Microsoft office proficient
• Ability to lean new tasks and software

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing all operational functions of specific clients for Trinity
• Tracking and Tracing of Air Cargo
• Contacting airlines for status and recovery of cargo
• Contacting broker to ensure proper US Customs Clearance
• Contacting trucking companies and arrange recovery from airline and delivery to final client
• Reporting to Management and Clients cargo tracking updates
• Updates are made via phone, email, and Excel
• Updating Internal System with all shipment details and status updates
• Posting of Job Costing in the internal system

About Aston Carter:

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At Aston Carter, we're dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions - from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless.

Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients' capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today's workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit . Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call or email for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact the Recruiter located at the bottom of the job posting. The Recruiter is the sole point of contact for questions about this position.

Job DescriptionRole and Responsibilities

• Process Ocean Import shipments
• Data entry, tracking and tracing, billing and close files.
• Prepare price quotations on inbound international freight
• Rate and route international traffic
• Follow up with customers to resolve inquires
• Prepare, route, and cut airbills and manifests
• Arrange for pick up and movement of freight to gateways
• Expedite inbound import traffic to facilitate customs clearance
• Working closely with sales team on customer requests
• Establish rapport with carriers in order to obtain competitive rates & provide quality service.
• Communicate with carriers, origin and destination locations regarding shipment status, special handling and delivery processes.
• Monitor and manage shipments until completion.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of import documentation
• Increase business relationships with clients.
• Keep updated on ever changing rules and regulations relative or transportation & Government agencies.
• Prepare accurate accounting for each shipment.
• Assists the day-to-day operations of the import department to ensure that customer requirements are met

Qualifications and skills

• Excellent customer service skills
• Attention to details (every email), and need to respond promptly.
• Excellent organizational & communication skills.
• Familiar with all Import regulations.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Ensure products arrive to the correct locations timely, while certifying all safety regulations are met when moving between state/province/region/territory lines. Responsible for the accurate filing of Customer Profile entries.
**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ Serve as the first point of contact to resolve customer issues.

+ Manage, monitor, and maintain records on required documents; and resolve all issues to obtain customs clearance

+ Understand customer's business, requirements, and rate structure; issue invoices for services rendered and accrue costs in the system

+ Review and update customer files.

+ Coordinate with warehouse and transportation to make sure shipping/receiving documents are completed accurately and timely

+ port internal customer metrics.

+ Coordinate availability of products and schedule daily shifts with the warehouse team.

+ Notify carriers and key team members of pending, no shows and/or unscheduled arrivals

+ Engage with drivers and reschedule appointments if necessary

+ Invoice and verify accounts accurately and in a timely manner

+ Coordinate and manage order issues with facilities to support on-time order shipment

+ Manage customer invoice process by working with appropriate parties to ensure orders are invoiced and processed timely

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)**

+ 3 years' Import or Logistics experience; or combination of education and experience

+ Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers

+ Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

+ Excellent organizational skills and the ability to function in a fast paced, highly visible, and changing environment

+ Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task various and conflicting responsibilities

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Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers' requirements. Beyond that, you'll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We'll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits

Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, competitive pay, excellent Health and Dental benefits, 401K, and Paid Time Off and Sick Days