Import Coordinator

People Freight | Freight Forwarding & Logistics Recruitment Specialists; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Retirement options

Job summary

A logistics recruitment company in Atlanta is seeking an Import Coordinator to manage and coordinate international import shipments via ocean and air freight. This office-based role involves ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, tracking shipments, and preparing import documentation. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience in import operations and is proficient in freight forwarding software. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in import operations within a freight forwarding or logistics company.
• Hands-on experience handling both ocean and air import shipments.
• Strong knowledge of international shipping documents and import compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage international import shipments for both ocean and air freight.
• Prepare, review, and process import documentation.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and other regulatory agencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Customer service

Compliance knowledge

Freight forwarding software proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Import Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating international import shipments via ocean and air freight from origin to final delivery. This role ensures compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, timely movement of cargo, accurate documentation, and exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in end-to-end import operations within a freight forwarding environment.

• Office-based role in Atlanta, GA
• Competitive salary up to $65,000
• Benefits package (health insurance, PTO, paid holidays, retirement options)
• Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and global logistics organization

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage international import shipments for both ocean and air freight
• Track shipments from origin through final delivery and proactively communicate status updates to customers
• Prepare, review, and process import documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, ISF filings, and arrival notices
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs, CBP regulations, TSA, FDA, USDA, and other applicable government agencies
• Work closely with overseas agents, airlines, steamship lines, trucking companies, customs brokers, and warehouses
• Monitor shipment milestones, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions
• Verify freight rates, issue billing instructions, and ensure accurate invoicing and cost control
• Resolve shipment discrepancies, claims, and customer issues in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain accurate records within the freight forwarding system and ensure data integrity
• Support internal teams and management with reporting and operational tasks as needed

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in import operations within a freight forwarding or logistics company
• Hands-on experience handling both ocean and air import shipments
• Strong knowledge of international shipping documents and import compliance requirements
• Familiarity with U.S. Customs procedures and Incoterms
• Proficiency with freight forwarding software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)