Global Import Coordinator & Customs Liaison

Aston Carter; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter in Nashville, TN seeks an Import Coordinator to manage international cargo entering the United States while delivering best-in-class customer service. You will coordinate with carriers, airline lines, and customs to ensure timely, compliant shipments in a busy logistics environment.

The role requires strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and an ability to multitask across documentation, data entry, and client communication.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with import operations, customs, and freight forwarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Work with importers and U.S. Customs to prepare, transmit, clear, examine, and deliver international cargo.
• Coordinate with airlines, steamship lines, and trucking companies to move shipments into the U.S.
• Collaborate with agencies (FDA, FCC, DOT, etc.) to ensure proper cargo clearance.
• Enter and manage shipment data and invoices for customs clearance.
• Support order entry, dispatch, and invoicing in freight operations.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Time management

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Email etiquette

Cargo tracking

Tools

Cargowise CW1

Job description

Aston Carter in Nashville, TN seeks an Import Coordinator to manage international cargo entering the United States while delivering best-in-class customer service. You will coordinate with carriers, airline lines, and customs to ensure timely, compliant shipments in a busy logistics environment.

The role requires strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and an ability to multitask across documentation, data entry, and client communication.