Global Export Documentation Specialist

CFS; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

CFS in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an Export Documentation Clerk to support international trade operations in a hands-on role that blends administrative, financial, and logistics tasks. You will prepare export documents, monitor payments, and help resolve discrepancies while coordinating with banks, shippers, and customers.

Ideal candidates have at least one year in invoicing or international shipping, familiarity with Letters of Credit, and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in invoicing, documentation, or international shipping.
• Experience with Letters of Credit and Shipping Instructions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of export documentation processes and international shipping procedures.
• Familiarity with ports, shipping destinations, and global logistics.
• Cotton industry knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process export documentation in compliance with country-specific requirements and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve documentation discrepancies and shipping-related issues.
• Maintain organized documentation files and electronic records.
• Track incoming wire payments and communicate payment information to internal departments.
• Manage receivables by monitoring shipments, recording delivery milestones, and communicating with customers and agents.
• Support special projects and provide reception desk coverage when needed.

Skills

Invoicing

International shipping

Export documentation

Letters of Credit

Global logistics

Cotton industry knowledge

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

CFS in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an Export Documentation Clerk to support international trade operations in a hands-on role that blends administrative, financial, and logistics tasks. You will prepare export documents, monitor payments, and help resolve discrepancies while coordinating with banks, shippers, and customers.

Ideal candidates have at least one year in invoicing or international shipping, familiarity with Letters of Credit, and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.