Freight Traffic Specialist

Amentum; Garcia; Presencial; EUR 51.000 - 77.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Amentum is seeking a Freight Traffic Specialist to support a US Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves coordinating inbound/outbound cargo, maintaining shipping docs, and ensuring secure, timely movement in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Requirements include 1–3 years in freight/logistics, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain visas and pass medical and credentialing prerequisites for deployment.

Formación

• 1–3 years of freight coordination, traffic management or logistics support experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of freight documentation, cargo tracking and transportation processes.
• Proficiency with computer-based tracking systems and data entry.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport valid for at least one year beyond hire date.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per DoS guidance.
• Ability to pass contract medical requirements and maintain deployment readiness.
• Must obtain and maintain facility credentials.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate inbound and outbound cargo movements and track shipments.
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documents, manifests, and tracking records.
• Coordinate with freight terminals, air and surface transport teams, and logistics staff.
• Monitor shipment status and resolve documentation or routing discrepancies.
• Update cargo tracking systems and support inventory accountability.
• Contribute to smooth logistics operations and mission readiness in a remote environment.

Conocimientos

Freight coordination

Logistics support

Documentation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is seeking a Freight Traffic Specialist to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Freight Traffic Specialist supports freight movement, coordination, and documentation activities in accordance with U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, and transportation logistics standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinating inbound and outbound cargo movements, tracking shipments, and ensuring freight is processed efficiently through terminal and transportation systems.
• Prepares, reviews, and maintains shipping documentation, manifests, and tracking records to ensure accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• This role includes coordinating with freight terminals, air and surface transportation teams, and logistics personnel to support timely and secure cargo movement.
• Additional duties include monitoring shipment status, resolving documentation or routing discrepancies, updating cargo tracking systems, and supporting inventory accountability.
• Contributes to smooth logistics operations and mission readiness in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in freight coordination, traffic management, logistics support, or transportation operations
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of freight documentation, cargo tracking, and transportation processes
• Proficiency with computer-based tracking systems and data entry
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally
• Passport must be valid for at least one year beyond hire date
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce
• Experience supporting military, DoD, or government freight operations
• Familiarity with air, sea, or surface transportation processes
• Strong communication, time management, and coordination skills
• Valid country driver’s license

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.