IMPORT / EXPORT
Overview
Major Global Imp/Exp / Freight Forwarding company seeks an Entry Writer.
Description
Experience in our Freight Forwarding operation is preferred.
The successful candidate will possess key skills and experience which include knowledge of international air and ocean transportation of import/brokerage.
The candidate is able to build relationships and negotiate with vendors, customers, US Customs, and other government agencies such as FDA and USDA
• Classifying imported commodities, filing entries, and solving any issue related to customs clearance with help of CHB
• Negotiating contracts, transportation and handling costs;
• Obtaining, checking, and/or preparing all transportation documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with local and international regulations.
• Liaising with third parties to move goods (by road, rail, air, or sea) in accordance with customer requirements.
• Arranging tucking companies for urgent and high-value freight and managing the risk door to door;
• Coordinating US Customs Brokerage to guide the freight efficiently through complex procedures import procedures.
• Processing bills and accounting related to import shipments.
• Working closely with customers, colleagues, and third parties to ensure smooth operations to deadlines.
• Ability to multitask and produce accurate output in high pressure and fast pace environment
Since freight forwarder works with companies across the globe managing shipments, they have to be well-organized and able to coordinate shipments between multiple carriers and modes of transportation.
Requirements
・High School Diploma/GED required,
・Good IT skills,
・Experience with Microsoft Office with intermediate to proficiency in Excel required.