Ocean Import Coordinator

People Freight | Freight Forwarding & Logistics Recruitment Specialists; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

People Freight | Freight Forwarding & Logistics Recruitment Specialists is seeking an Ocean Import Coordinator in Atlanta, GA. The role covers managing ocean imports from origin to delivery, coordinating with overseas partners, and ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery.

The opportunity offers growth in a global freight forwarding environment and a collaborative, professional team. Salary is up to $65,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in ocean import operations within international freight forwarding.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end ocean import shipments from pre-alert to final delivery.
• Communicate with overseas agents, lines, customs brokers and customers.
• Review bills of lading, invoices, packing lists, and documents.
• Track vessel arrivals and milestones; provide proactive updates to customers.
• Coordinate customs clearance, cargo releases, drayage, and delivery.
• Prepare arrival notices and import documentation; ensure data accuracy.
• Monitor shipment costs, review invoices, and assist with billing.

Skills

Ocean import operations

Customer service

Documentation

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Ocean Import Coordinator | Atlanta, GA | Salary up to $65,000

This is an excellent opportunity for an ocean freight professional with a strong understanding of international import operations who enjoys coordinating shipments, building relationships with overseas partners, and delivering outstanding customer service.

You will be responsible for managing ocean import shipments from origin through arrival, customs clearance, and final delivery. Working closely with overseas agents, shipping lines, customs brokers, and customers, you will ensure shipments are handled efficiently, documentation is accurate, and delivery deadlines are met.

• Salary up to $65,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established international freight forwarding business.
• Career development opportunities within the logistics industry.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end ocean import shipments, from pre-alert through final delivery.
• Communicate with overseas agents, shipping lines, trucking companies, customs brokers, and customers.
• Review and process bills of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and other shipping documentation.
• Track vessel arrivals, monitor shipment milestones, and proactively communicate updates to customers.
• Coordinate customs clearance, cargo releases, drayage, and final delivery arrangements.
• Prepare and distribute arrival notices and other required import documentation.
• Ensure accurate shipment data entry and maintain up-to-date records within the freight forwarding operating system.
• Monitor shipment costs, review vendor invoices, and assist with billing where required.
• Troubleshoot delays, customs holds, documentation discrepancies, and other operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. import regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, overseas agents, and service providers.

Candidate Requirements

• The successful candidate will have previous experience in ocean import operations within an international freight forwarding environment and a good understanding of the import shipment lifecycle.
• The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple shipments in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of customer service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous ocean import experience with a U.S. freight forwarder.
• Knowledge of ocean freight documentation, customs clearance, and cargo release procedures.
• Familiarity with arrival notices, demurrage, detention, and drayage coordination.
• Understanding of U.S. import requirements, including ISF filings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CargoWise or another freight forwarding operating system is advantageous.