Export Coordinator

Socket.dev; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays + PTO & Sick Leave

Voluntary Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Socket.dev in Jersey City is seeking a detailed Export Coordinator to manage and coordinate international export shipments for a diverse client portfolio. You will prepare export documents, liaise with carriers, and ensure timely, compliant movement of cargo.

The role requires 4+ years in international freight forwarding, AES filings experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in international freight forwarding, export operations, or logistics, with a strong understanding of export documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with AES filings, export compliance, and international shipping procedures.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end export shipments for assigned customer accounts.
• Prepare and process export documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, insurance certificates, export declarations, and other regulatory documents.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and international shipping regulations, including AES filings and government agency requirements.
• Coordinate with carriers, trucking companies, warehouses, overseas agents, and customers to facilitate efficient shipment movement.
• Provide proactive shipment updates and resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner.
• Negotiate transportation and logistics rates with service providers.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and tracking data within internal systems.
• Identify potential shipping issues and recommend solutions to customers.
• Support company quality, security, and compliance initiatives, including ISO and C-TPAT

Skills

Project coordination

Customer service

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Leading Freight Forwarder / NVOCC/ Customs House Broker/ Tank Container Operator, with locations in 24 countries and over 3300 employees strong, is seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to fill the position of Export Coordinator in our Jersey City Office

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused individual to manage and coordinate international export shipments for a portfolio of clients. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely and compliant movement of cargo by preparing export documentation, coordinating transportation providers, monitoring shipment activity, and delivering exceptional customer service throughout the export process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end export shipments for assigned customer accounts.
• Prepare and process export documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, insurance certificates, export declarations, and other regulatory documents.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and international shipping regulations, including AES filings and government agency requirements.
• Coordinate with carriers, trucking companies, warehouses, overseas agents, and customers to facilitate efficient shipment movement.
• Provide proactive shipment updates and resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner.
• Negotiate transportation and logistics rates with service providers.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and tracking data within internal systems.
• Identify potential shipping issues and recommend solutions to customers.
• Support company quality, security, and compliance initiatives, including ISO and C-TPAT

Requirements

Qualifications:?

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in international freight forwarding, export operations, or logistics, with a strong understanding of export documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with AES filings, export compliance, and international shipping procedures.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a proactive logistics professional who thrives in a customer-focused environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is committed to delivering high-quality service while ensuring compliance with international trade regulations.

Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
• 401(k) with company match
• Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• 9 Paid Holidays plus PTO and Sick Leave
• Voluntary Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discounts

Background check required.