Air Gateway Operations Agent II

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is seeking an International Air Gateway Agent in Palatine, IL. You will coordinate pre-bookings, rate procurement, and B2B transactions across stations and carriers to ensure smooth cargo movement.

Join a collaborative team that values accuracy, timeliness, and customer service in a fast-paced logistics environment. Excellent communication and TSA/ITAR awareness are preferred as part of ongoing growth with a global freight network.

Qualifications

• Team player who works well with others—core value!
• Strong work ethic with ownership and accountability
• Growth mindset with willingness to improve self and company
• Customer service focus across internal and external clients

Responsibilities

• Manage all Console pre-bookings and post on CargoWise.
• Obtain and maintain the scheduled console rates.
• Book all B2B requests from stations and account managers.
• Obtain pricing requests from carriers by all stations and teams.
• Report cargo received at the Dock to relevant parties for console/B2B shipments.
• Process MAWBs, consoles and B2B with proper approvals.
• Oversee the pre-screening process when CCSF runs.
• Transfer consoles and B2B MAWBs to the airline.
• Upload milestone compliances for shipment tracking in CW.
• Manage station CSF process to ensure inbound cargo clears properly.
• Other duties as needed by the business.
• Wage range for this position is $30.50-$43.00 and may vary by geography and experience.

Skills

Team player

Work ethic

Growth mindset

Customer service

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CargoWise experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.

Through the company’s continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us!

Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The International Air Gateway Agent role manages and operates the AIT Gateway functionality. It serves as a liaison between the rest of US & Overseas AIT stations as well as Global Agent providers that have Air freight transiting.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Console pre-bookings, schedule and post it on CargoWise
• Obtain and maintain the scheduled consoles rates
• Book all B2B requests from stations, vertical teams and account managers
• Obtain all pricing requests from carriers by all stations, vertical teams, and account managers
• Report to all stations, vertical teams, account managers, etc. all cargo received at the Dock that belongs to them for a console or B2B shipment (i.e. scan and email warehouse receipts)
• Process all MAWBs, consoles and B2B. Ensure all HAWBs link to a console or B2B master have the necessary approval from destination agent
• Manage the pre-screening process (once the CCSF is running) - Gateway team will work in conjunction with CCSF facilities to make sure that screening is being handled timely and accurately
• Transfer all consoles and B2B MAWBs to the airline
• Gateway team to upload all key milestone compliances as it pertains to the perfect shipment process. This will include tracking and updating CW for all MAWBs (console & B2B once confirmed onboard and arrived at destination)
• Manage the station CSF process (once it’s running). Ensure every inbound shipment (IE, T&E, etc.) is transferred within the required time by Customs Gateway team to make sure that all inbound cargo arriving into a port is cleared properly and closed out before export.
• Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned as business demands deem necessary.
• The wage range for this position is $30.50-$43.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Qualifications

• A team playerwhoworks well with others - being respectful to our teammates is aCore Value!
• A strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability, and autonomy in your role.
• Growth mindset - beingpassionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourselfandthe company, beingopen to change and doing things differently.
• Customer service focus -we serve a wide variety of customers, both internal and external, andbuildingrelationships is a part of our culture!

Other Skills We Hope to See:

• High School diploma and/or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ transportation industry experience in export / import operations
• Previous work experience in TSA, ITAR and Dangerous Goods regulations, preferred
• Cargo-wise experience, preferred
• Knowledge of working within government vertical, strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to multi-task in a high volume, fast-paced working environment
• High attention to detail and strong organizing skills
• Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team environment

What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail - on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.