Air Import Gateway Freight Forwarder

DSV Air & Sea Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Atlanta is seeking a Freight Forwarder for Air Import Gateway (Sunday-Thursday). You will manage the import process from booking cargo space to documentation and delivery to international destinations.

The role requires 2–3 years in freight forwarding or air import operations, strong knowledge of trade regulations, and proficiency with Freight Forwarding software such as CargoWise or CHAMP Cargosystems. Weekend and overtime availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, international business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in freight forwarding, air import operations, or international logistics; air freight experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate air import shipments from the gateway facility, including booking space, arranging pickups, and coordinating with carriers and airlines.
• Ensure compliance with import regulations and documentation requirements.
• Prepare import documentation (air waybills, invoices, packing lists, import licenses) accurately and efficiently.
• Verify documentation accuracy to facilitate customs clearance and cargo acceptance.
• Facilitate customs clearance procedures for import shipments, including declarations and permits.
• Monitor shipment movement from gateway to destination airport and provide status updates to clients.
• Address issues or delays in transit and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, updating on status and requirements.
• Liaise with carriers, ground handlers, customs brokers to coordinate operations and resolve issues.
• Negotiate rates and terms with suppliers to optimize service quality and cost.
• Ensure data integrity of shipment documentation and compliance with requirements.
• Conduct quality checks on packaging, labeling, and documentation to prevent errors.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in air import operations at the gateway.

Skills

Air freight operations

Trade regulations

Customs procedures

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Freight forwarding software

CargoWise

CHAMP Cargosystems

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics/supply chain/international business

IATA/FIATA certification (advantageous)

Tools

CargoWise

CHAMP Cargosystems

Job description

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Atlanta is seeking a Freight Forwarder for Air Import Gateway (Sunday-Thursday). You will manage the import process from booking cargo space to documentation and delivery to international destinations.

The role requires 2–3 years in freight forwarding or air import operations, strong knowledge of trade regulations, and proficiency with Freight Forwarding software such as CargoWise or CHAMP Cargosystems. Weekend and overtime availability may be required.