Import Operations DETAILS Pay: Based on experience $19 to $25/hour Monday-Friday 8 am -5 pm About the Import Operations role Coordinates with Agents and partners and ensures that all import shipments are properly documented. Sort, process, and distribute all documentation for incoming consolidations and direct shipments. Study various modes of transportation to ascertain the most efficient and timely movement of freight for forwarding and delivery. Make I/T entries for on-forwarding of shipments to all destinations and arrange transportation to said destination. Ensure that all documents required by U.S. Customs regulations are correct and complete to include customer compliance under the supervision of the designated Customs Brokers. Negotiate with trucking companies and airlines to obtain rates and guarantee of delivery. Arrange local deliveries for NNR customers after customs clearance when appropriate. Issue invoices to customers. Set up all necessary arrangements indicated on Advance Information for the smooth movement of import freight. Provide quotations in response to customers and internal requests including overseas partners. Perform customer service duties with correspondence to customers and overseas partners, e-mail fax, etc. Assist in the implementation of customer service policies and procedures to ensure that the service that is being provided is of the appropriate standard and level. Perform other duties as requested by management.

Minimum requirement High School diploma or GED. Minimum requirement 5 plus years’ experience in import operations. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to use basic math skills to calculate duties and freight, storage, and other charges. Solid understanding of the international forwarding business. Flexible and long hours are sometimes required.