Import Export Operations Specialist

Dexian; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian is seeking an Import/Export Operations Specialist based in Oxnard, CA. You will manage import/export activities for assigned countries and/or product portfolios, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant order processing while coordinating international shipments across ocean, air, land, and rail.

You will collaborate with freight forwarders, brokers, transportation contract managers, and foreign partners, maintain regulatory knowledge, deliver SOP training, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Strong reading and writing in English is essential.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and communication tools.
• Experience with import/export laws, regulations, and standards.
• Willingness to work overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage import/export activities for assigned countries and/or product portfolios.
• Coordinate shipments across ocean, air, land, and rail.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and compliant with U.S. and foreign requirements.
• Collaborate with freight forwarders, brokers, and transportation managers.
• Audit and maintain audit-ready files; participate in audits.
• Deliver training on standard operating procedures for the team.
• Develop subject matter expertise for assigned business units.
• Serve as a key contact for foreign partners and customers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Office experience

MS Office familiarity

Overtime flexibility

English literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

Position Summary

The Import/Export Operations Specialist will manage import/export activities for assigned countries and/or product portfolios, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant order processing. This role coordinates international shipments across ocean, air, land, and rail while collaborating with internal stakeholders, freight forwarders, brokers, transportation contract managers, and foreign partners or customers. The position is based in Oxnard, California.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform import/export activities in compliance with applicable government regulations, organizational policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Expedite import/export processes by coordinating with regional import/export teams, warehousing and distribution, and production planning.
• Coordinate logistics for shipments transported by ocean, air, land, and rail.
• Work closely with freight forwarders, brokers, transportation contract managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and compliant with applicable U.S. and foreign customer requirements.
• Process orders accurately, timely, and compliantly for assigned countries and/or product portfolios.
• Audit team member files to ensure they remain in audit-ready condition.
• Participate in internal or external audits, including audits conducted by applicable government agencies.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable import/export regulations through formal training and self-directed learning.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver training on standard operating procedures for team members and stakeholders.
• Collaborate across functions, divisions, and international teams to identify and implement best practices.
• Serve as a key contact for foreign partners and customers.
• Conduct import/export operations process training as needed.
• Handle complex global trade accounts and trade lanes.
• Apply working knowledge of laws, regulations, and standards related to APHIS, Customs and Border Protection, USDA, and other applicable government agencies.
• Develop subject matter expertise for assigned business units.
• Perform other duties and participate in projects as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Office experience.
• Experience using MS products, including Outlook and Word.
• Flexibility to work overtime when necessary.
• Working knowledge of applicable import/export laws, regulations, and standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Experience working with complex global trade accounts and trade lanes.

Why This Opportunity May Be Appealing

• Manage import/export operations across multiple transportation modes and international trade lanes.
• Collaborate with teams across functions, divisions, and international locations.
• Serve as a key contact for foreign partners and customers.
• Build subject matter expertise within assigned business areas.
• Contribute to best-practice initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Support team development through standard operating procedure creation and process training.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.