Air Export Specialist — Global Logistics & Impact

GEODIS; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k match

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Rain financial wellness app

Telemedical access

Job summary

GEODIS is hiring an Air Export Agent in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will serve as the liaison between GEODIS and customers, processing export documents, and managing information requests in Cargowise.

You will ensure compliance with TSA/government regulations, coordinate with offices and suppliers, and maintain accurate records while handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in exportation of goods or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of TSA and Government Agency requirements.
• Knowledge of the movement of freight via air and/or truck.
• PC literate with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Access, and Excel.
• Ability to pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) background screening.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the customer service liaison between GEODIS and the customer.
• Processes all documents and information requests received from GEODIS.
• Enters notes, information requests and document requests in Cargowise system.
• Sends information/document requests to company employees, suppliers, service providers or overseas production offices as needed.
• Communicates with specified offices, departments, and teams on all issues affecting Air Export.
• Files document requests, correspondence, and documents in a file folder identified by the applicable shipping number.
• Ensures operational procedures are in line with company needs.
• Ensures compliance with regard to TSA and/or government regulations.

Skills

Export experience

Freight forwarding

TSA/government regs

Air freight/trucking

PC literacy (Outlook/Word/Access/Excel

STA background screening

Document handling

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

GEODIS is hiring an Air Export Agent in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will serve as the liaison between GEODIS and customers, processing export documents, and managing information requests in Cargowise.

You will ensure compliance with TSA/government regulations, coordinate with offices and suppliers, and maintain accurate records while handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.