Air Freight Operations Coordinator (Import/Export)

Velocity Logistics Hiring; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Velocity Logistics Hiring is seeking an Air Import or Export Coordinator in Chicago to handle day-to-day shipments, coordinate documentation, and maintain client communication.

Role requires 2+ years in international freight forwarding operations, a high school diploma or GED, and US work eligibility. Salary ranges from $50,000 to $65,000 with excellent benefits and 401k; Cargowise experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in international freight forwarding logistics operations.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Legally eligible to work in the US; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day air import or export shipments.
• Pre-alert agent and shipper; organize and prepare documentation for customers; follow up with steamship lines; maintain daily reports for pending shipments as required.
• Ensure all required documents are received; send final documents as needed.
• File relevant documentation to process the shipments.
• Arrange pick-ups, deliveries and container loading as required.
• Maintain customer service updates, including tracking cargo from origin to destination.
• Set up billing and payables.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Velocity Logistics Hiring is seeking an Air Import or Export Coordinator in Chicago to handle day-to-day shipments, coordinate documentation, and maintain client communication.

Role requires 2+ years in international freight forwarding operations, a high school diploma or GED, and US work eligibility. Salary ranges from $50,000 to $65,000 with excellent benefits and 401k; Cargowise experience is advantageous.