Global Ocean Export Specialist

gobravvo; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance, HSA, LTD/STD

AD&D insurance

Job summary

Openwork in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Coordinator to join our global logistics team. You will oversee end-to-end ocean export shipments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely communication with customers and overseas offices.

This full-time, on-site role requires knowledge of import/export regulations, Incoterms, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in ocean freight forwarding or international logistics.
• Strong knowledge of export documentation and Incoterms.
• Proven ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with customers and partners.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and logistics management software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of ocean export shipments from order receipt to vessel departure.
• Manage bookings with ocean carriers, NVOCCs, and confirm sailing schedules and equipment.
• Monitor shipment progress and address disruptions to ensure timely cargo movement.
• Prepare and verify export documents (Bills of Lading, Invoices, Packing Lists, Declarations).
• Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with customer, destination, and legal requirements.
• Serve as main contact for client accounts, providing status updates and scheduling information.

Skills

Ocean freight

Logistics coordination

Customer service

Export documentation

Incoterms

Microsoft Office

Communication

Tools

Logistics software

Carrier coordination systems

Job description

Openwork in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Coordinator to join our global logistics team. You will oversee end-to-end ocean export shipments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely communication with customers and overseas offices.

This full-time, on-site role requires knowledge of import/export regulations, Incoterms, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced environment.