Air Export Agent II

Yusen Logistics; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Paid time off

Bonus plan

Holidays

OT pay

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Export Agent at Yusen Logistics is responsible for facilitating air and ocean shipments from booking through confirmation of export transactions, ensuring accurate rates and complete documentation in line with customer guidelines.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with Windows/Office tools while coordinating with carriers, customers, and partners to maintain a smooth export process.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required with 3–5 years of related experience.
• Experience in logistics/freight forwarding required.
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Take booking requests and ensure bookings are made at current rates.
• Communicate with carriers and origin/destination locations on shipment status.
• Monitor shipments until completion and keep customers informed.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Microsoft Windows

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

The Export Agent facilitates the shipment of cargo via air and/or ocean transport. The Export Agent is responsible for receiving, shipping instructions and following customer specific guidelines in the preparation and transmission of export transactions. This includes processes from booking through confirmation of shipping.

Responsibilities

• Take booking requests, ensure bookings are made at current and accurate rates, consolidate and route shipments based on local office procedures.
• Communicate with carriers, origin and destination locations regarding shipment status, special handling and delivery processes.
• Monitor and manage shipments until completion. Keep customers appraised to the export details of transactions in accordance with local office export operation procedures.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of export documentation – review and verify documentation and obtain any missing documentation from the customer.
• Build relationships with all customers, other offices, overseas agents and service providers
• Review standard operating procedures to ensure compliance, TSA, Quality Assurance Standards, TAPA, and IMDG.
• May be responsible for special shipments involving perishables (live animals, cherries, etc.) and/or be in charge of special accounts.
• Report anomalies in operations and new customer requirements to management for decisions on additional service requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus three to five years of related experience required.
• Prior work experience in logistics/freight forwarding industry is required.
• Basic to intermediate experience using Windows operating system and Microsoft software applications is required
• Must possess excellent customer service skills with the ability to grasp extensive knowledge while dealing with a variety of people.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of air/ocean space configurations; air/ocean container loads; special loading constraints; certificate for handling hazardous materials. Reading of international and domestic OAG.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret verbal and written requests and directions. Must have the ability to compose letters, memos, emails and other written documentation clearly and concisely. Be able to present one’s self in a highly cooperative and professional manner when meeting both internal and external customers and vendors face to face.
• Must have working knowledge of Windows operating system and be comfortable working with Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel and Outlook)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1 st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Standard 10 days PTO
• Eligible for bonus plan
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Eligble for OT pay if applicable
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation , and much more

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

www.yusen-logistics.com/

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Los Angeles County Only

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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