Air Import Agent II

Yusen Logistics Americas Inc.; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with company match

10 days PTO

Bonus plan

7 paid holidays

OT pay eligibility

Job summary

Yusen Logistics Americas Inc. in Grapevine, TX seeks an Air Import Agent II to manage import flows by air, secure customs release, and ensure on-time delivery to final destinations.

You will coordinate with airlines, customs brokers, and trucking partners, track shipments, prepare documentation, and maintain strong communication with customers while supporting related accounting tasks. The role requires experience in freight forwarding or logistics, the ability to work with multiple

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding or logistics, importing preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with airlines, customs brokers, and trucking companies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination
• Break down consolidated shipments into house airway bills and ensure shipment data accuracy
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers; communicate with carriers and customs agents
• Prepare documents for Customs Brokerage and assist with related accounting tasks

Skills

Freight forwarding

Logistics

Imports experience

Job description

Air Import Agent II

Job Locations US-TX-Grapevine

• Job ID 2026-6522
• # of Openings 1
• Category Administrative
• Type Regular Full-Time

Overview

Position Summary

Freight Forwarder Imports is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination. This role involves coordinating with multiple parties, including airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies, and requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination
• Efficient "break down" of consolidated freight shipments into house airway bills while ensuring accuracy of shipment data and AMS details.
  * Communicate with airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods
  * Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed
  * Prepare and submit required documentation to Customs Brokerage team (internal and external), including commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork
  * Manage relationships with customers and provide customer service
• Handle accounting processes as they apply to the break bulk department - prints invoices for HAWB amends incorrect air freight rates, transfer fees; revises prepaid/collect charges , files claims in case of damaged goods.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field
  * Experience in Imports is highly desirable

Skills & Competencies

Mathematical Skills
* Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as calculating costs and rates

Other Skills

* Excellent organizational and time management skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

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 1st 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

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

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.

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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. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right's Department Fair Chance Act webpage.