FTZ Import Export Coordinator

Arizona Gateway Logistics; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Travel bonus program

Health benefits

401(k) eligibility

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Opportunities to grow

Travel-friendly environment

Job summary

Arizona Gateway Logistics in Surprise, AZ is seeking an Import/Export Coordinator to navigate U.S. import/export regulations, prepare shipping documents, and coordinate freight with brokers and carriers. This role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and cross‑department collaboration in a fast‑paced environment.

Primary location is Surprise with occasional travel to Phoenix metro. The team offers mileage reimbursement, a travel bonus above the federal rate, strong benefits, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations and CBP procedures.
• 2+ years of experience in import/export operations, trade compliance, or international logistics.
• Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs (CBP) regulations and internal policies.
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documentation, including invoices and export manifests.
• Verify HTS classifications and country of origin for accuracy.
• Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, brokers, and carriers; monitor timelines and resolve delays.
• Maintain auditable inventory and shipment records; ensure traceability.
• Support weekly/monthly reporting and assist with SOP updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Business or related field

Tools

ACE portal

Descartes

SAP

Job description

Join a growing logistics and trade compliance team where your expertise directly impacts international operations, inventory accuracy, and supply chain performance. We’re looking for a detail‑oriented Import / Export Coordinator who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys solving logistics challenges while ensuring compliance with U.S. import/export regulations. This role is ideal for someone with experience in trade compliance, customs documentation, freight coordination, or international logistics who wants stability, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow within a specialized field.

Primary location is Surprise, AZ, with occasional, paid travel to client locations in the Pheonix Metro area. We offer a travel-friendly environment with mileage reimbursement plus a 30% bonus above the federal rate, along with flexible scheduling during travel to support work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs (CBP) regulations and internal policies
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documentation, including commercial invoices and export manifests
• Verify HTS classifications and country of origin for accuracy
• Logistics Coordination
  • Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, brokers, and carriers
  • Monitor shipment timelines, resolve delays proactively, and ensure documentation aligns with export declarations
• Inventory & Recordkeeping
  • Maintain accurate, auditable records of inventory and shipment activity
  • Ensure compliance with traceability and recordkeeping requirements
• Reporting & Process Support
  • Support weekly and monthly reporting, including export summaries
  • Assist with compliance inquiries, documentation corrections, and SOP updates

Qualifications:

• Required
  • Working knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations and CBP procedures
  • 2+ years of experience in import/export operations, trade compliance, customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or international logistics.
  • Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or equivalent experience
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and external partners.
• Preferred
  • Experience using the ACE portal
  • Knowledge of bonded movements
  • Familiarity with trade compliance systems such as Descartes or SAP
  • Automotive and/or electronic experience a plus

Why Join Us:

• Growing organization focused on trade compliance excellence
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in international logistics and regulatory operations
• Collaborative flexible team environment
• Competitive benefits and strong work-life balance
• Mileage reimbursement and travel bonus program
• 15+ paid holidays annually
• Tiered vacation policy with rollover
• 40 hours paid sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) eligibility after one year
• Annual and Contract bonus potential

Additional Information:

This is a non-exempt (hourly) position. No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance is available. Equal Opportunity Employer.