Import Agent II -Grapevine, Texas#12884

Actus Consulting Group; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k match

PTO 10 days

Bonus plan

Holidays

Job summary

Actus Consulting Group in Grapevine, TX is seeking an Import Agent II to oversee air importation and related documentation. You will coordinate with airlines, customs brokers, and trucking services to ensure on-time delivery and accurate data, while handling related billing and customer service tasks.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or related field.
• Experience in imports is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination.
• Efficient break down of consolidated freight shipments into house airway bills while ensuring accuracy of shipment data and AMS details.
• Communicate with airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed.
• Prepare and submit required documentation to Customs Brokerage team (internal and external), including commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork.
• Manage relationships with customers and provide customer service.
• Handle accounting processes as they apply to the break bulk department - prints invoices for HAWB amends incorrect air freight rates, transfer fees; revises prepaid/collect charges , files claims in case of damaged goods.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Logistics coordination

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Job Description / Qualifications

Japanese logistics company seeks a Import Agent II -Grapevine, TX!

Position Summary

Freight Forwarder Imports is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination. This role involves coordinating with multiple parties, including airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies, and requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination
• Efficient break down of consolidated freight shipments into house airway bills while ensuring accuracy of shipment data and AMS details.
• Communicate with airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed
• Prepare and submit required documentation to Customs Brokerage team (internal and external), including commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork
• Manage relationships with customers and provide customer service
• Handle accounting processes as they apply to the break bulk department - prints invoices for HAWB amends incorrect air freight rates, transfer fees; revises prepaid/collect charges , files claims in case of damaged goods.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field
• Experience in Imports is highly desirable

Skills & Competencies

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as calculating costs and rates

Other Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Standard 10 days PTO
• Eligible for bonus plan
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Eligible for OT pay if applicable
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more