Global Ocean Import Specialist - Freight Forwarding

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Van Buren Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics is seeking a Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import, to oversee ocean import/export operations, including customs clearance, carrier booking, and cargo tracking. You will coordinate with carriers, brokers, and trucking firms to ensure on-time delivery and maintain strong client relationships.

The role requires English fluency and experience in ocean freight logistics, with responsibilities spanning documentation, compliance, and cross-department collaboration within

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in ocean import and export is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination.
• Manage the exportation of goods by ocean, including carrier booking and managing the movement of goods through various transportation channels.
• Coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Prepare, process, submit required documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork
• Track and monitor shipments and provide regular updates to customers on the status of their shipments
• Manage relationships with customers, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise
• Collaborate with other internal departments, such as logistics, finance, and operations, to ensure timely and efficient service delivery
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including customs regulations and trade laws
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Mathematical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Ocean freight knowledge

Customs regulations

Trade laws

Fluency in English

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Logistics software & systems

Job description

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics is seeking a Freight Forwarder, Ocean Import, to oversee ocean import/export operations, including customs clearance, carrier booking, and cargo tracking. You will coordinate with carriers, brokers, and trucking firms to ensure on-time delivery and maintain strong client relationships.

The role requires English fluency and experience in ocean freight logistics, with responsibilities spanning documentation, compliance, and cross-department collaboration within