Import Team Leader

PSA BDP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Casual dress environment

Job summary

PSA BDP is seeking a skilled logistics professional to prepare and compile documents for federal discharge of foreign cargo, liaise between importers, carriers, and US Customs, and support customer operations. The role involves travel to client meetings and training on customs procedures.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in transportation, strong communication, and a proven ability to manage accounts and supervise daily activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years industry experience.
• Knowledge of Transportation industry, Import/Global transportation/Regulatory and business development.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to learn various computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Communicate operational situations to management.
• Assist in collection of any outstanding accounts.
• Maintain communication with steamship and/or airline agents as to status of shipments.
• Assist sales department with sales calls to new and established customers.
• Maintain communication and relationships with customers.
• Together with management prepare fees and duty rate quotes in a timely manner.
• Open, invoice and close files.
• Manage and supervise daily work.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Customer relations

Software literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

About PSA BDP

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.

We offer dynamic careers for those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.

PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within the chemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.

Job Summary

Prepares and compiles documents required by federal government for discharge of foreign cargo at domestic port to serve as intermediary between importers, merchant shipping companies, airlines, railroads, trucking companies, pipeline operators, and the United States Customs Service by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisor. Travels to attend customer operational meetings. Assists in the training of custom’s issues and procedures.

Job Description

About PSA BDP

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.

We offer dynamic careers for those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.

PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within the chemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.

Job Summary

Prepares and compiles documents required by federal government for discharge of foreign cargo at domestic port to serve as intermediary between importers, merchant shipping companies, airlines, railroads, trucking companies, pipeline operators, and the United States Customs Service by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisor. Travels to attend customer operational meetings. Assists in the training of custom’s issues and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Communicate operational situations to management
• Assist in collection of any outstanding accounts.
• Maintain communication with steamship and/or airline agents as to status of shipments.
• Assist sales department with sales calls to new and established customers
• Maintain communication and relationships with customers
• Together with management prepare fees and duty rate quotes in a timely manner
• Open, invoice and close files.
• Manage and supervise daily work

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years industry experience
• Knowledge of Transportation industry, Import/Global transportation/Regulatory and business development
• Standard hours and additional time as necessary
• Must maintain professional attitude and appearance at all times
• A college degree is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Good communication and organization skills and a strong attention to detail are required.
• The ability to work on a team and leadership experience is strongly desired.
• Candidate should have the ability to learn various computer programs.

Please note: There is no relocation or immigration assistance associated with this opening.

Compensation based on experience. We offer a very competitive salary, full benefits, matching 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and casual dress environment.

Please visit our website: www.bdpinternational.com

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