Global Freight & Logistics Account Executive

R+L Global Logistics; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

R+L Global Logistics is seeking an International Account Executive to develop Ocean/Air and Import/Export customer accounts, acting as a liaison between licensed customs brokers, carriers, agents, and customers. Responsibilities include quotes, documentation, and coordinating bookings.

You will prepare rates, route shipments, ensure compliance with regulations, support existing and new customers, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred.
• Experience in Freight Forwarding is advantageous.
• Knowledge of import/export laws and regulations beneficial.
• Fluency in English; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely rates and quotes for customers and overseas agents.
• Coordinate routing of import/export bookings with carriers.
• Review shipping instructions for compliance and routing accuracy.
• Support development of existing and new customers.
• Build relationships with customers, carriers, and agents for air/ocean/import/export products.
• Prepare shipping documentation (HAWB, MAWB, AES, Manifest, Bill of Lading, Origin Certificates, etc.).
• Dispatch pickups to agents and drayage companies and other parties involved in shipments.
• Track and trace shipments and resolve billing or shipping discrepancies.
• Liaise with Brokers, agents, and Ocean/Air Terminal Operators.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

CargoWise One

Customer development

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

CargoWise One

Job description

R+L Global Logistics is seeking an International Account Executive to develop Ocean/Air and Import/Export customer accounts, acting as a liaison between licensed customs brokers, carriers, agents, and customers. Responsibilities include quotes, documentation, and coordinating bookings.

You will prepare rates, route shipments, ensure compliance with regulations, support existing and new customers, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.