Freight Forwarder – Air Export

Jobtailor; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Texas is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to manage end-to-end air freight operations, scheduling, and proactive customer communications. You will handle export documentation, prepare customs-clearance papers, and coordinate with logistics, finance, and operations to ensure timely, accurate shipment delivery and status updates.

This full-time on-site role in Grapevine requires excellent organization, strong communication, and the ability to work well under pressure in

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or related field required.
• Fluency in English required; additional languages a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office and logistics software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate air freight logistics, including scheduling and movement through channels.
• Prepare customs clearance documents such as invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading.
• Track shipments and provide customers with status updates.
• Manage customer relationships and address concerns.
• Collaborate with logistics, finance, and operations to ensure timely service.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and trade laws.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Logistics software

Airline scheduling systems

Job description

• Coordinate the exportation of goods by air, including airline scheduling and movement through transportation channels
• Prepare and process customs-clearance documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading
• Track and monitor shipments and provide customers with regular status updates
• Manage customer relationships, satisfaction, concerns, and issues
• Collaborate with logistics, finance, and operations departments for timely and efficient service delivery
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, trade laws, and other relevant regulations
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred
• Experience in freight forwarding is highly desirable
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including costs and rates
• 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
• Knowledge of air freight logistics and customs regulations
• Understanding of trade laws and regulations
• Fluency in English is required
• Knowledge of additional languages is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with logistics software and systems is preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in coordinating air freight logistics, including customs clearance and compliance with trade laws. Strong ability to manage customer relationships and provide timely updates on shipment status.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Freight Forwarding Experience
• Customs Regulations Knowledge
• Logistics Software Proficiency
• Organizational Skills
• Strong Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Customs-clearance Documentation
• Airline Scheduling
• Mathematical Calculations
• Air Freight Logistics Knowledge
• Trade Laws Understanding

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to Work Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

• Exportation Coordination
• Transportation Channels
• Customer Relationship Management
• Compliance with Regulations

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Logistics Software