Global Ocean Import Specialist II

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking an Ocean Import Agent II to coordinate day-to-day import operations for international shipments into and out of the USA. The role focuses on providing high-level operational excellence and a world-class customer service experience to all customers.

Qualifications include 2–4 years of freight forwarding experience, CargoWise proficiency, and strong numerical skills. A supportive, collaborative environment with growth opportunities is offered along with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years freight forwarding experience preferred.
• Dangerous Goods Certification preferred.
• Certified CargoWise Specialist CCO required.
• Advanced knowledge of CargoWise.
• Ability to analyze numerical data and understand components, relationships, patterns.

Responsibilities

• Receive and validate customer orders and documentation.
• Identify best routing and transit options per SOP.
• Coordinate quotations from vendors/agents for costs.
• Issue quotations and confirm acceptance with customers.
• Track vessel arrivals and update milestones in the system.
• Ensure ISF is completed timely by broker (if applicable).
• Dispatch inland carriage with subcontractors when needed.
• Ensure timely delivery and update shipment status to final destination.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CargoWise

MS Office

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking an Ocean Import Agent II to coordinate day-to-day import operations for international shipments into and out of the USA. The role focuses on providing high-level operational excellence and a world-class customer service experience to all customers.

Qualifications include 2–4 years of freight forwarding experience, CargoWise proficiency, and strong numerical skills. A supportive, collaborative environment with growth opportunities is offered along with a