Hybrid Import Coordinator | Global Logistics & Compliance

Alara Logistics Group; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ALARA Logistics is seeking an Import Coordinator to manage import and brokerage operations, including transport, quoting, billing, and customer contact while ensuring operational excellence and high productivity, based in Houston, TX.

You will handle customs entries, coordinate with forwarders and vendors, provide quotes, and maintain strong communication with customers and carriers in a regulated, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates or bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience considered.
• CCS certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process entries to Customs and other government agencies for clearance of goods into the United States.
• Review import documentation for accuracy (invoices, dangerous goods declarations).
• Coordinate freight release with forwarders, steamship lines, airlines, agents, etc.
• Provide status updates and maintain communication with customers, carriers, and vendors.
• Knowledge of ocean and air freight, including FCL/LCL, and Border Crossings.
• Coordinate pickup and destination delivery for shipments from origin to ultimate consignee.
• Provide quotes for import services by working with vendors and agents.
• Handle ocean and air freight shipments from origin to US destination with overseas agents.

Skills

Self-Managing

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Technical Capacity

Collaboration

Teamwork

Global Operations

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Certified Customs Specialist(CCS) preferred

Job description

ALARA Logistics is seeking an Import Coordinator to manage import and brokerage operations, including transport, quoting, billing, and customer contact while ensuring operational excellence and high productivity, based in Houston, TX.

You will handle customs entries, coordinate with forwarders and vendors, provide quotes, and maintain strong communication with customers and carriers in a regulated, fast-paced environment.