Ocean Freight Forwarder – Import/Export Logistics Specialist

DSV Air & Sea Inc.; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 46,904 - 58,630; Full time

Job summary

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in the USA is seeking a Freight Forwarder to manage ocean import/export operations, coordinating with carriers, brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery and accurate documentation.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and regulatory compliance skills, with experience in ocean freight and a customer-focused mindset. Base pay falls within a defined annual range and the company emphasizes environmental and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in ocean import and export is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by ocean, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination.
• Manage the exportation of goods by ocean, including carrier booking and managing the movement of goods through various transportation channels.
• Coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Prepare, process, submit required documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lad­ing, and other relevant paperwork.
• Track and monitor shipments and provide regular updates to customers on the status of their shipments.
• Manage relationships with customers, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.
• Collaborate with other internal departments, such as logistics, finance, and operations, to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including customs regulations and trade laws.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Fluency in English

Tools

MS Office

Logistics software

Job description

DSV Air & Sea Inc. in the USA is seeking a Freight Forwarder to manage ocean import/export operations, coordinating with carriers, brokers, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery and accurate documentation.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and regulatory compliance skills, with experience in ocean freight and a customer-focused mindset. Base pay falls within a defined annual range and the company emphasizes environmental and operational excellence.