Entry-Level Import Agent — Onsite Contract-to-Hire Training

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions is seeking an Entry-Level Import Agent to join their operations team at the Springfield Gardens, NY office. This full-time onsite role supports international Air and Ocean Import coordination and general operations, with training provided.

Key responsibilities include tracking shipments, processing documentation, updating databases, and assisting customers and service providers. The position is contract-to-hire with Activ8 as the temporary employer.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree related to operations or supply chain or East Asian studies.
• Strong MS Excel skills and practical knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to perform general operations tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Track and trace international shipments, monitoring and managing daily freight movement.
• Collect, sort and distribute operational information and process shipment documentation.
• Respond to customers and service providers with shipment statuses and financials.
• Update internal databases with freight information and current status.
• Collaborate with other departments/branches to support freight operations.
• Address issues and claims when shipment problems occur and assist with damage claims.
• Create invoices and forward originals to billing parties.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Education

Advanced degree in Business Operations / Supply Chain / East Asian Studies

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions is seeking an Entry-Level Import Agent to join their operations team at the Springfield Gardens, NY office. This full-time onsite role supports international Air and Ocean Import coordination and general operations, with training provided.

Key responsibilities include tracking shipments, processing documentation, updating databases, and assisting customers and service providers. The position is contract-to-hire with Activ8 as the temporary employer.