Global Air Import Gateway Freight Forwarder (Sun–Thu)

Dsv Air & Sea SAU; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 61,835,000 - 77,108,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Atlanta, GA seeks a Gateway Air Import Freight Forwarder (Sunday-Thursday) to manage air import shipments from the gateway facility, overseeing the entire process from booking cargo space to documentation and on-time delivery.

Coordinate with carriers, ensure customs compliance, prepare documents (air waybills, invoices, packing lists), verify accuracy, and provide clients with timely shipment status updates.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of air freight operations, international trade regulations, and customs procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in using freight forwarding software and systems (e.g., CargoWise, CHAMP Cargosystems).
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate air import shipments directly from the gateway facility, including booking cargo space, arranging pick-ups, and coordinating with carriers and airlines.
• Ensure compliance with import regulations and documentation requirements.
• Prepare import documentation, such as air waybills, commercial invoices, packing lists, and import licenses, accurately and efficiently.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of documentation to facilitate customs clearance and cargo acceptance.
• Facilitate customs clearance procedures for import shipments, including filing import declarations and obtaining necessary permits or certificates.
• Monitor the movement of import shipments from the gateway facility to the destination airport, tracking transit milestones and providing status updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Address any issues or delays in transit and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing updates on shipment status, transit times, and documentation requirements.
• Address client inquiries, concerns, and requests promptly and professionally.
• Liaise with freight carriers, ground handlers, customs brokers, and other service providers to coordinate import operations and resolve operational issues.
• Negotiate rates and terms with suppliers to optimize service quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of shipment data and documentation, verifying compliance with regulatory requirements and client specifications.
• Conduct quality checks on cargo packaging, labeling, and documentation to prevent errors and discrepancies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements in air import operations at the gateway facility.
• Implement best practices and quality standards to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Air freight operations

Regulatory compliance

Documentation accuracy

Negotiation & communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics/supply chain/intl business

Tools

CargoWise

CHAMP Cargosystems

Microsoft Office

Job description

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Atlanta, GA seeks a Gateway Air Import Freight Forwarder (Sunday-Thursday) to manage air import shipments from the gateway facility, overseeing the entire process from booking cargo space to documentation and on-time delivery.

Coordinate with carriers, ensure customs compliance, prepare documents (air waybills, invoices, packing lists), verify accuracy, and provide clients with timely shipment status updates.