Freight Forwarding Logistic Operation Associate

Crystal Equation Corporation; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company is seeking a Freight Forwarding Logistic Operation Associate to manage freight forwarding operations, oversee documentation, and coordinate with warehouses. The position requires 1–5 years of experience in logistics and a high school GED. This contract role offers competitive pay of $21-$24/hr with benefits including medical and paid time off, based in Duluth, GA.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of relevant experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations preferred.
• High school GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of handling high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle international and domestic freight forwarding operations.
• Oversee import and export documentation and customs clearance procedures.
• Coordinate with warehouses to ensure accurate cargo receiving, storage, and dispatch.

Skills

Freight forwarding operations

Import/export procedures

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school GED

Job description

Freight Forwarding Logistic Operation Associate

Overview

This range is provided by Crystal Equation Corporation. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $24.00/hr

Position details

Freight Forwarding Logistic Operation Associate

Contract - 1 year (eligibility for extension)

Pay range - $21/hour - $24/hour

Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life, 3 weeks accrued PTO

Fully onsite - Duluth GA 30096

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle international and domestic freight forwarding operations (air, ocean, and inland)
• Oversee import and export documentation and customs clearance procedures
• Coordinate with warehouses to ensure accurate cargo receiving, storage, and dispatch
• Arrange and track transportation schedules with trucking and shipping carriers
• Prepare and verify commercial documents (BL, AWB, invoice, packing list, etc.) for compliance and accuracy
• Handle billing processes including issuing invoices (A/R) and verifying vendor invoices (A/P)
• Monitor and analyze job profit and loss (P&L) to ensure margin targets are met
• Conduct settlement processes and ensure timely closing of shipments
• Maintain accurate records in internal TMS/ERP systems
• Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and internal management to resolve issues promptly
• Support problem resolution related to delivery, damage, or loss

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of relevant experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations preferred
• Familiarity with import/export procedures, customs, and warehouse/transportation coordination
• High school GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication, customer engagement, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of handling high-pressure environments

Additional information

Pay range is $21 - $24 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Job metadata

• Seniority level
  Associate
• Employment type
  Contract
• Job function
  Administrative, Distribution, and Strategy/Planning
• Industries
  Transportation, Logistics and Storage