Global Freight Coordinator: Air & Ocean Import-Export

Lynden Logistics, Inc. in; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Healthcare

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Health & Wellness Program

AD&D Insurance

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lynden Logistics, Inc. is seeking an Import/Export Specialist (Administrative) to support our International Operations team in the Chicagoland area.

You will manage the full cycle of international freight shipments from quoting and routing through invoicing and delivery, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This in-office role requires two years of freight forwarding experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of international freight forwarding experience.
• Experience handling international air imports, air exports, and ocean import freight shipments.
• Ability to calculate freight rates, percentages, discounts, and other shipment-related costs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) or TSA-recognized equivalent credential.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international air import, air export, and ocean import shipments from booking through final delivery.
• Prepare quotes for customers, agents, and internal partners.
• Determine shipment routing and transportation solutions based on customer timelines and economic requirements.
• Process shipping documentation and complete shipment entries across multiple operating systems.
• Track shipments and provide timely updates to customers, carriers, and international agents.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, carriers, vendors, and overseas partners.
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, including AES filings, Importer Security Filings, and customs documentation requirements.
• Review shipment profitability, secure spot quotes, and support accurate customer invoicing.
• Troubleshoot shipment delays and collaborate with government agencies to resolve issues.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Systems navigation

Tools

AES filings

Job description

Lynden Logistics, Inc. is seeking an Import/Export Specialist (Administrative) to support our International Operations team in the Chicagoland area.

You will manage the full cycle of international freight shipments from quoting and routing through invoicing and delivery, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This in-office role requires two years of freight forwarding experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office.