Air Freight Import Specialist

Logwin AG

Wood Dale (IL)

On-site

Confidential

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A logistics company in Wood Dale, Illinois is seeking a candidate to manage import air freight shipments. The role involves handling bookings, negotiating rates with airlines, and providing customer support. Ideal applicants should have a commercial clerk background in freight forwarding and strong communication and self-management skills. Proficiency in MS Office is necessary and some initial experience in air freight is preferred.

Qualifications

  • Completed training in freight forwarding and logistics services.
  • Experience in air freight operations considered advantageous.
  • Strong self-management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Handle import air freight shipments independently.
  • Negotiate rates with airlines and book cargo space.
  • Provide telephone support for customers.

Skills

Customer interaction
Self-management
Communication skills

Education

Training as a commercial clerk in freight forwarding

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A logistics company in Wood Dale, Illinois is seeking a candidate to manage import air freight shipments. The role involves handling bookings, negotiating rates with airlines, and providing customer support. Ideal applicants should have a commercial clerk background in freight forwarding and strong communication and self-management skills. Proficiency in MS Office is necessary and some initial experience in air freight is preferred.
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