Global Ocean Import Booking Specialist

Laufer Group International; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical, dental, and视ion

401(k) with company match

Collaborative, high-performance team

Exposure to international trade and物流

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Laufer Group International in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Ocean Import Booking Representative to manage end-to-end ocean shipments, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain regulatory compliance across a fast-paced logistics network.

You will own the booking process for FCL/LCL, optimize routing and schedules, audit shipment details, and keep clients and internal teams informed, delivering timely, accurate updates and solutions.

Qualifications

• Some experience in ocean freight forwarding or international logistics.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end booking process for international ocean shipments (FCL/LCL).
• Optimize routing, carrier selection, and transit schedules.
• Audit shipment details (POs, SKUs, cargo specs) to ensure data integrity.
• Proactively track milestones and resolve exceptions in real time.
• Coordinate with documentation, operations, sales, and global agents for seamless execution.

Skills

Ocean freight

Logistics operations

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business

Tools

Logistics systems

AMS/ISF knowledge

Job description

Laufer Group International in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Ocean Import Booking Representative to manage end-to-end ocean shipments, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain regulatory compliance across a fast-paced logistics network.

You will own the booking process for FCL/LCL, optimize routing and schedules, audit shipment details, and keep clients and internal teams informed, delivering timely, accurate updates and solutions.