Air and Ocean Import Operations

Rohlig Mexico, S.A. de C.V; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Röhlig USA is seeking a dynamic, detail‑oriented professional to join our Air and Ocean Import team, playing a key role in managing international shipments and ensuring seamless end‑to‑end operations.

You will coordinate operations with air and sea freight imports, process import documents, communicate automation details to subcontractors for reporting to customs, and monitor clearance until delivery, while maintaining accuracy and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• High school graduate; qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of related computer applications.
• Familiarity with freight forwarding procedures.
• Globally aware of countries and where they are located.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating Operations with Air & Sea freight Imports.
• Timely processing of import air and sea documents including registration of shipments.
• Communicates automation details to subcontractors for reporting to customs.
• Monitors clearance and delivery of cargo within free storage/holding times.
• Checks for special instructions on documents.
• Invoice and collection of correct charges.
• Authorizing delivery of air and sea freight.
• Monitors availability with subcontractors for timely cargo collection, check in to warehouse and reporting to customs.
• Follow up on delivery with truckers.
• Approve freight invoices, credit notes and monitor transport waiting time costs.
• Pay carrier local charges and related costs upon arrival to ensure storage is avoided.
• Prepare payment vouchers and write checks for authorization and presentation.
• Processes air and sea freight debtors & creditors in a timely manner by verification prior to handing over to accounts for payment.
• Ensures the department achieves its financial and quality objectives.
• Keeps record of discrepancies via the Innovations and Incidents Management (IIM) to ensure compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Work under pressure

Resilience

Initiative

Customer focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Freight forwarding procedures

Job description

Shaping the Future of Logistics- Your Career Starts at Röhlig Whether it’s sea freight, air freight, or contract logistics, at Röhlig Logistics you’ll help create tailor‑made solutions that move the world forward. As a global, family‑owned company founded in Bremen, Germany in 1852, we’ve built our reputation on reliability and trusted partnerships. Join our international team of more than 2,700 colleagues across 35+ countries and collaborate on exciting projects for customers around the world. You’ll work in a supportive, trust‑based, and collaborative environment that values open communication and empowers you to share your ideas and grow professionally. At Röhlig, we’re committed to helping you build a long‑term career while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance — because we believe success is best achieved together. Rohlig USA has 200 employees in 12 different offices.

We are seeking a dynamic, detail‑oriented professional to join our Air and Ocean Import team, playing a key role in managing international shipments and ensuring seamless end‑to‑end operations.

What you will do:

• Coordinating Operations with Air & Sea freight Imports
• Timely processing of import air and sea documents including registration of shipments.
• Communicates automation details to subcontractors for reporting to customs.
• Monitors clearance and delivery of cargo within free storage/holding times.
• Checks for special instructions on documents.
• Invoice and collection of correct charges.
• Authorizing delivery of air and sea freight.
• Monitors availability, and in conjunction with subcontractors, ensures timely collection of cargo, check in to warehouse and reporting to customs.
• Follow up on delivery with truckers

Financial and Accounting Responsibilities

• Approve freight invoices, credit notes and monitor transport waiting time costs.
• Pay carrier local charges, and any other related costs upon arrival, to ensure storage is avoided and no added costs are incurred.
• Prepare payment vouchers and write checks for authorization, and presentation.
• Processes air and sea freight debtors & creditors in an expeditious manner by verification prior to handing over to accounts for payment.
• Ensures the department (cost center) achieves its financial and quality objectives.

Client and Supplier Management

• Keeps record of discrepancies via the Innovations and Incidents Management (IIM) to ensure compliance.

What you bring:

• High school graduate and qualification preferred
• Has knowledge of related computer applications
• Familiarity with freight forwarding procedures
• Globally aware of countries and where they are located
• Up to two years of previous related experience required
• Excellent customer services & communication skills
• Above average administration skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent time management
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Resilient
• Customer focused
• Shows initiative and drive

What we off you:

At Röhlig, we believe in supporting our employees' well-being, growth, and work-life balance. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to empower you both personally and professionally:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Keeping you and your family healthy is our priority.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match – We’re invested in your future and help you save for retirement.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Whether you’re planning a vacation, taking care of personal needs, or just need a mental health day, we’ve got you covered.
• Supportive Work Environment – From career development opportunities to a collaborative culture, we ensure you feel valued every step of the way.

If you’re looking for a workplace where your contributions matter and your well-being is supported, we’d love to have you on board.

We work continuously for more diversity and inclusion throughout the organization. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.