Global Ocean Freight Specialist

JAS Forwarding (usa), Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc. seeks an Ocean Export Specialist to facilitate outbound shipments, prepare documentation, and coordinate with carriers, authorities and customers. You will monitor status, manage rates, and keep files up to date, ensuring compliant and efficient operations.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in ocean exports, knowledge of freight forwarding practices, and strong communication skills. This role is located in Charleston, SC, and related regulatory requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience handling ocean export shipments.
• Experience in the freight forwarding industry is preferred.
• Previous knowledge of Cargo Wise (C1) is preferred.
• Ability to think pro-actively and address work challenges with diplomacy, using effective problem resolution skills.
• Able to interact positively and effectively with co-workers, subordinates and supervisors.
• Geographical knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/coordinate the necessary documentation for the efficient, cost-effective and lawful execution of all ocean export activities.
• Coordinate cargo pickup/transfer.
• Monitor status.
• Communicate with export related authorities, and customers and suppliers, in all relevant territories and countries, as necessary to ensure efficient, positive and lawful relations, support and activities.
• Manage/update carrier/vendor rates.
• Obtain spot rates when necessary.
• Communicate/correspond with overseas agents and clients in a timely manner. To include pre alert, rate requests, shipment status.
• Track shipments and update customers/agents of status.
• Create and maintain customer files.
• Responsible for customer invoicing and payables approval.
• Audit files to ensure accuracy and completion.
• Interact with coworkers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Assist other departments as needed, or when requested by the department or branch manager.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Proactive problem solving

Geographical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cargo Wise (C1)

Job description

JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc. seeks an Ocean Export Specialist to facilitate outbound shipments, prepare documentation, and coordinate with carriers, authorities and customers. You will monitor status, manage rates, and keep files up to date, ensuring compliant and efficient operations.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in ocean exports, knowledge of freight forwarding practices, and strong communication skills. This role is located in Charleston, SC, and related regulatory requirements apply.