Global Air Freight Export Specialist

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern workplace equipment

Capital-building benefits

Pension plan

30 days holiday

Volunteer hours

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Specialist Air Freight to handle order processing, shipment registration, and export control. You will organize freight, manage offers, and ensure accurate billing while assisting customers and agents.

The role involves preparing delivery bills, customs documents, and monitoring deadlines to ensure timely execution. Strong English and German skills, plus experience with CargoWise, are valued.

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years of experience in international air freight forwarding.
• In-depth knowledge of customs procedures and air transport regulations.
• Proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and prioritize tasks in a dynamic setting.
• Experience with freight forwarding software and MS Office.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Knowledge of CargoWise would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Order processing and shipment registration
• Organization of freight and customs handling, including export control
• Preparation and monitoring of offers
• Billing customers
• Processing of special orders and complaints
• Support and advise customers and agents
• Prepare delivery bills and customs documents
• Monitor appointments
• Maintain performance statistics and support workflow optimization
• Documentation and filing of files
• Perform general administrative tasks

Skills

Air freight forwarding

Customs procedures

German language

English language

MS Office

Freight forwarding software

Teamwork

CargoWise

Tools

CargoWise

MS Office

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Specialist Air Freight to handle order processing, shipment registration, and export control. You will organize freight, manage offers, and ensure accurate billing while assisting customers and agents.

The role involves preparing delivery bills, customs documents, and monitoring deadlines to ensure timely execution. Strong English and German skills, plus experience with CargoWise, are valued.