Ocean Export Specialist III - Des Plaines, IL

American President Lines; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible PTO

Job summary

CEVA Logistics in Des Plaines, IL, is seeking an Ocean Export Specialist III to coordinate customer shipping requests, manage documentation, and ensure timely processing of ocean freight shipments.

The role requires strong attention to detail, ability to work across systems, and effective communication with carriers and internal teams. Competitive benefits and a global operations environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• 4–6 years ocean freight related experience.
• Professional certification may be required in some areas.
• Capable of documenting and communicating effectively with multi-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of services using entry to advanced level technical and support regarding operations, service questions and related customer assistance.
• Manage pre-alerts daily to determine whether freight is arriving as expected and ocean documents are received within time standard specified.
• Secure necessary documentation when incomplete information is provided (HBL, commercial invoice, and other required documents) to determine if available.
• Upload and create tracking files and process documents through the appropriate system on time.

Skills

Ocean Freight

Customer Service

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Multifunctional teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ocean Export Specialist III - Des Plaines, IL

Req ID: 589297 Posting Start Date: 31/08/2026 Des Plaines. Il_USA CEVALogistics Full Time

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, weRise inMotion. Your career is always on the move,growingas fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team ofnearly 200nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging newpaths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and thechance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job.It’sa journey on which you rise.

Pay Range: $25.85 - $32.31 (will vary by experience).

Location: 1333 Mt. Prospect Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60018

Summary: Facilitation customers shipping request and coordinating it throughout the CEVA organization through our Ocean Freight division at Des Plaines, Illinois. Responsible for documentation and preparation of documents, or document receipt; timely coordination and correctly process shipments. Accountable for customer and operational inquiries as well as optimizing the shipment process through policies, programs, and practices.Model and act in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Provide a variety of services using entry to advanced level technical and support regarding operations, service questions and related customer assistance.
• Manage pre-alerts daily to determine whether freight is arriving as expected and ocean documents are received within time standard specified.
• Secure necessary documentation when incomplete information is provided. HBL, commercial invoice, and other required documents) to determine if available. Upload and create tracking files.
• Process documents through the appropriate system in a timely manner to ensure compliance with established deadlines.
• Interface with other CEVA systems to provide updates and communications for internal customers to produce timely and compliant transactions.
• Follow-up with carriers, manage pre-alerts daily, and maintain record of all communications.
• Obtain release and other government agency releases as appropriate, arranging receiving or delivery.
• Ensure invoicing for services are completed accurately and within the timeframe consistent with the account and company policy.
• Ensure costing of services, profitability of shipment, within the timeframe consistent with company policy.
• Actively pursue a better understanding of the process (through self- study, courses, and seminars presented by approved sources, and receive certification of competency in these applications).

• Document and maintain the customer requirements for handling in standard operating procedures and communicates them throughout the operational organization

• Perform reviews and advise supervisor of any problems or irregularities discovered within assigned transactions.
• Provide updates via Navigator, CSP and Ceva customer service on status of shipments using judgment and knowledge, referring more technical questions to the team leader or licensed broker for response.
• Identify and complete transaction tasks that require special handling or expediting to produce complaint process.
• Perform Import/Export Specialist II responsibilities, when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Understand units of measure, U.S. currency conversion, weights and volume and distance measurements.

• PC literate. Basicproficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications.
• Accurate typing skills and/or data entry skills.
• Capable of communicating and interacting effectively with multi-functional and diverse backgrounds.
• Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to read, comprehend and write basic correspondence. Ability to gather and analyze documents skillfully.
• Capable of coordinating communication across groups. Ability to raise potential concerns or customer requirements.
• Effectively present information one-on-one or in small group situations.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities and exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views.
• Follows policies and procedures and ability to understand laws, rules and regulations in areas of assignment.

Minimum:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum 4 to 6 years ocean freight related experience.

• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: [e-mail]. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

Information provided is true and accurate. False statements or information will result in the application voided.
Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.

Information at a Glance

Rise in motion with CMA CGM Group: where ambition meets opportunity.

Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging newpaths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world.

The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and thechance to make a meaningful impact. Thisis more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise.