Import Coordinator

Staffmark Group; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Holidays

Job summary

Staffmark Group is seeking an Import Coordinator in Torrance, CA, to support international import operations. The role requires import experience and offers opportunities to grow toward an Entry Writer role, with Japanese language skills a plus.

You will review documents, coordinate with global partners, process documentation, track shipments, and provide customer service while assisting with warehouse tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ year import operation or customer service experience.
• Entry writing experience is a strong plus.
• Motivated to learn import operations and regulations.
• Familiarity with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to track shipments.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming documents and confirm shipping details against documents.
• Interface with global logistics partners to coordinate international air/ocean import operations.
• Process all related import documentation complying with regulations in a timely and efficient manner.
• Monitor shipments and communicate with clients and vendors accordingly about status and progress.
• Coordinate logistics process by communicating between customers, carriers, vendors, overseas offices, and agents regarding shipments.
• Provide timely and effective customer service to clients and elevate any issues to supervisor.
• Support occasional warehouse-related tasks, including basic inventory management and light packing/shipping assistance.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Job description

Position: Import Coordinator

Location: Torrance, CA

Working Hour: 8:00am - 5:00pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Direct-Hire

Overview

An international logistics company based in Torrance is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Import Coordinator to join their import department. Import experience is required. This is a great opportunity for someone with import experience who is looking to develop their skills and step up into an Entry Writer role in the future. Japanese language skills or cultural understanding is a big plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Review incoming documents and confirm shipping details against documents.
• Interface with global logistics partners to coordinate international air/ocean import operations.
• Processall related import documentation complying with regulations in a timely and efficient manner.
• Monitor shipments and communicate with clients and vendors accordingly about the status and progress.
• Coordinate logistics process by communicating between customers, carriers, vendors, overseas offices, and agents regarding shipments.
• Provide timely and effective customer service to clients and elevate any issues to supervisor.
• Support occasional warehouse-related tasks as needed, including basic inventory management and light packing/shipping assistance.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of import operation or customer service experience required.
• Entry writing experience is a strong plus.
• Highly motivated to learn import operations and relevant regulations.
• Familiarity with Microsoft (MS) Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple documents, and tracking various stages of shipments.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with team members from diverse backgrounds.

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Life Insurance, Holidays, Vacations, Sick Leave and 401K.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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