Import & Export Coordinator

AMIRI; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full package health benefits

401(k) + Employer match

Non‑Accrued Vacation

Job summary

AMIRI is seeking a detail-oriented Import & Export Coordinator for their Logistics team in Los Angeles. This role involves preparing trade documentation, coordinating shipments, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations.

The ideal candidate has a background in logistics, strong organizational skills, and is motivated to grow in the field. Compensation ranges from $23 to $28 per hour, with full health benefits and a 401(k) plan offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in logistics, import/export, freight forwarding, or a related role.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file trade documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate shipments with carriers and track shipment status.
• Partner with customs brokers for accurate customs entries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or International Trade

Tools

Logistics and ERP/TMS software

Outlook

Freight forwarding software

Job description

Purpose & Objective

AMIRI is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Import & Export Coordinator to join our Logistics team in Los Angeles.

This role reports to the Global Director, Transportation & Compliance, and is responsible for the day‑to‑day preparation and execution of inbound and outbound trade documentation and the coordination of shipments with carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers, ensuring accurate, compliant, and on‑time deliveries. This is an in‑office position at AMIRI’s Los Angeles headquarters. The ideal candidate is motivated and highly organized, with sharp attention to detail and a desire to grow within global logistics and trade compliance.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

Trade Documentation

• Prepare, review, and file inbound and outbound trade documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists and slips, bills of lading and air waybills, arrival notices, and certificates of origin.
• Verify that documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant before shipment release, and prepare supporting shipping documents as needed to ensure on‑time deliveries.

Transportation & Carrier Coordination

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with freight forwarders, parcel carriers (DHL, UPS, FedEx), and suppliers.
• Track shipment status and proactively flag and resolve delivery exceptions, delays, and urgent orders.
• Provide real‑time support for parcel and freight shipments, coordinating with carriers and partners to keep product moving.

Customs & Compliance

• Partner with customs brokers to ensure timely, accurate customs entries, supplying documentation, confirming HTS classifications, and supporting ISF (10+2) filings.
• Support compliance with U.S. import and export regulations and internal SOPs, escalating issues as they arise.

Recordkeeping & Reconciliation

• Maintain organized, audit‑ready shipment records and files within company systems.
• Reconcile freight, duty, and brokerage charges against invoices and purchase orders; investigate and help resolve discrepancies.

Cross‑Functional Communication & Support

• Act as a day‑to‑day point of contact for shipment status, liaising between production, purchasing, warehouse, wholesale, retail, and Head Office teams.
• Provide timely, clear communication on delays, constraints, and resolution paths, escalating when needed with context and proposed actions.
• Provide general administrative support to the logistics and transportation group as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or International Trade preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, import/export, freight forwarding, shipping/receiving, or a related administrative role; relevant internships count. Entry‑level candidates will be trained.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills; able to manage documents, deadlines, and competing priorities accurately in a fast‑moving environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication; dependable, adaptable, and a confident collaborator with internal teams and external partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook, with the ability to learn logistics and ERP/TMS software quickly.
• Familiarity with Incoterms, HTS classification, ISF, or CBP/ACE is a plus (or progress toward the NCBFAA Certified Customs Specialist credential).
• Experience with apparel or fashion imports, or with a high‑volume importer, is a plus.
• Able to work on‑site in Los Angeles, Monday through Friday.

$23 - $28 an hour

Benefits

• Full package health benefits
• 401(k) + Employer match
• Non‑Accrued Vacation