Ocean Freight Import Clerk

Global Scouting Group5 months ago
Long Beach, CA, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Job Description

You want to make a difference? You want to contribute creating the future at a leading logistics company - and at the same time be personally valued and supported?

With 3,800 employees at over 190 locations in 40 countries, we offer you the ideal network for this - and at the same time a collegial, friendly, family-like atmosphere. Always close to the customer with a comprehensive service portfolio and strong quality awareness: whether on water, on land and in the air in the business segment "Air + Ocean" or in the logistics network of the business segment "Solutions".

How to become an asset for our team:

As Operations Clerk Sea Freight Import you hold the strings:

  • Independent handling and processing of import sea freight shipments in accordance with our quality standards
  • Order entry
  • Rate negotiations with shipping lines
  • Booking of cargo space
  • Invoice and document preparation
  • Telephone support for our customers

What makes you special for us:

Whether you have previous professional knowledge or are a career changer - you are very welcome here!

  • Completed training as a commercial clerk in freight forwarding and logistics services or comparable training
  • (Initial) experience in handling ocean freight shipments is desirable
  • Confident and professional demeanor
  • Strong self-management skills
  • Enjoyment of interacting with customers and international business partners
  • Strong communication skills and openness
  • Proficiency in standard MS Office applications

Compensation: up to $55,000 plus benefits.

Required Skills

Rate Negotiation
Import Sea Freight Processing
MS Office Proficiency
Document Preparation
Invoice Preparation
Order Entry
Customer Support
Cargo Space Booking
Communication Skills