Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import

Jobtailor; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in San Francisco seeks a logistics professional to manage ocean import shipments, coordinate carriers, and handle customs clearance from start to finish.

You will track deliveries, prepare required documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering excellent customer service to clients.

Qualifications

• Fluent English required.
• Freight forwarding or logistics experience preferred.
• Ocean imports experience is desirable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and logistics software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination.
• Coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed.
• Prepare and submit required documentation for customs clearance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws.
• Manage relationships with customers and provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

English fluency

Ocean imports experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Logistics software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination
• Coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed
• Prepare and submit required documentation for customs clearance
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws
• Manage relationships with customers and provide exceptional customer service

Requirements

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred
• Experience in ocean imports is highly desirable
• 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