Freight Forwarder Ocean Export (Weekends Required)

DSV Air & Sea Inc.; Blair Village (GA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Atlanta, GA, is hiring a Freight Forwarder Ocean Export. This full‑time role focuses on coordinating ocean shipments, carrier bookings, and movement through multiple transport channels.

You will prepare customs docs, track shipments, and maintain strong customer relationships while collaborating with logistics, finance, and operations to ensure timely delivery. Weekend availability is required and compensation ranges are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of ocean freight logistics and trade regulations.
• Fluency in English required; additional languages a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the exportation of goods by ocean, including carrier booking and managing the movement of goods through various transportation channels.
• Prepare and process required documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading.
• Track and monitor shipments, providing regular updates to customers on the status of their shipments.
• Manage relationships with customers, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.
• Collaborate with other internal departments, such as logistics, finance, and operations, to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including customs regulations and trade laws.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ocean exports

Freight forwarding

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Logistics software

Job description

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Freight Forwarder Ocean Export (Weekends Required)

Location: USA - Atlanta, 3705 Wilson Rd

Division: Air & Sea

Time Type: Full Time

Job Area: Freight Forwarding

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the exportation of goods by ocean, including carrier booking and managing the movement of goods through various transportation channels.
• Prepare and process required documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading.
• Track and monitor shipments, providing regular updates to customers on the status of their shipments.
• Manage relationships with customers, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.
• Collaborate with other internal departments, such as logistics, finance, and operations, to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including customs regulations and trade laws.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred; experience in ocean exports is highly desirable.
• Mathematical skills: ability to perform basic calculations such as costs and rates.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management, communication, and interpersonal skills; attention to detail; ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of ocean freight logistics, customs regulations, trade laws, and related processes.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with logistics software and systems preferred.

Employment Type

At‑Will Employment: employees are hired for an undefined period of time and may be terminated for any reason, or no reason at all, at any time, provided the discharge does not violate any law. (Except where state law requires just cause.)

Compensation

Base pay range: $21.53 – $26.91 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Benefits

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.