Export Coordinator

LESCHACO - Lexzau Scharbau GmbH & Co. KG; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance & Disability

Paid Holidays and PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Employee Discounts

Job summary

LESCHACO - Lexzau Scharbau GmbH & Co. KG in Jersey City seeks an Export Coordinator to manage end-to-end export shipments, prepare documents, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate with carriers, warehouses, and clients, delivering timely customer service and accurate tracking throughout the export process. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years in international freight forwarding or export operations, with AES filings experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years in international freight forwarding or export operations.
• Experience with AES filings and export compliance.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end export shipments for assigned accounts.
• Prepare and process export documentation (bills of lading, invoices, certificates of origin, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and international regulations (AES filings, government requirements).
• Coordinate with carriers, warehouses, overseas agents, and customers to move shipments.
• Provide shipment updates and resolve inquiries in a timely manner.
• Negotiate transportation and logistics rates with service providers.
• Maintain accurate shipment records in internal systems.
• Support quality, security, and compliance initiatives.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

4+ years experience

AES filings

Export compliance

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job 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.

Your 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 standards.

Your Profile

• 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.

We offer

• 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

Salary from: $50,000 to $60, 000

Background check required. Only those considered for the position will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.