Import Export Coordinator

ASF; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ASF is seeking a detail‑oriented Export Coordinator to manage end‑to‑end export processes, coordinate shipments from origin to destination, and ensure accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of export experience, a Bachelor’s in International Business or related field, and proficiency with MS Office. Familiarity with Descartes or similar export software is a plus.

Onsite work schedule is Monday through Friday in Mobile, with regional offices in Savannah and Charleston.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years Export/related field experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiar with export/import documentation software/tools (e.g., Descartes).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end export process from origin to destination.
• Prepare/review/process export documents: invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, export declarations.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements.
• Book cargo space with carriers and arrange transportation logistics.
• Track shipments, resolve delays, and provide updates to customers.
• Manage billing and invoicing for export files.
• Maintain accurate shipment records for auditing and reporting.
• Handle customer inquiries and provide timely status updates.

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Descartes export software

Job description

We are the Human Standard in Global Logistics. Founded in 1999, with a singular idea: to bring integrity and honor to the freight forwarding market. Today, we are a leader in global logistics and got here because we have stayed true to our core values.

Location:

Mobile, AL, Savannah, GA or Charleston, SC

Work Schedule:

Onsite Monday-Friday

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the end-to-end export process, including order processing, scheduling shipments, and tracking from origin to destination.
• Prepare, review, and process export documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, export declarations, and other required paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, export controls, and any relevant government agency rules (e.g., filing AES in the US if applicable).
• Book cargo space with carriers (ocean shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies, or freight forwarders) and arrange transportation logistics.
• Track and monitor shipments in transit, resolve issues or delays, and provide updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Manage billing and invoicing for assigned export files, ensuring all charges are accurate and processed in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, transactions, and documentation for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Handle customer inquiries, provide status updates, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction regarding shipment timelines and delivery.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with export and import documentation software/tools is a plus (Descartes).
• Ocean import/export experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of Export and/or related field preferred.