Assist the operations department in researching best routes and making bookings for domestic and international freight shipments
Coordinate domestic and international import/export shipments via all modes of transport: air, trucking and ocean
Review client manifests and prepare transportation documents
Cultivate and maintain customer and vendor relationships
Work closely with carriers, shippers, and consignees to ensure deadlines are met
Other duties related to client projects, as assigned
Requirements
3 + years of Freight Forwarder experience; experience with live event import/export operations is a plus
Associate or bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry or military experience
Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken, is required
Basic freight forwarder knowledge; confidence with domestic and international air ocean, freight and trucking
An excellent strategic mind – the ideal candidate will be able to expertly prioritize competing responsibilities, meticulously organize multiple complex projects, apply a sharp attention to detail to all work, and handle time-sensitive issues while remaining cool under pressure
Excellent customer service & vendor relationship management skills
Comfort with basic Excel functions, and a general ability to learn new software programs quickly
Ability to pass a security background check
Benefits
18 vacation days
2 floating holidays
7 sick days
11 paid holidays annually
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Employer contributions to HSA for high-deductible health plan
Access to telemedicine through MDLive
Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program