Ocean Import/Export Specialist

THOMAS Freight; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong benefits package

Long-term career path

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

A leading freight forwarding company in the United States is looking for an Ocean Import & Export Operations Specialist to handle international freight movements. This full-time position requires 2-3 years of experience in international freight forwarding and hands-on expertise with ocean shipments. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay of up to $30/hour is offered along with a strong benefits package and a chance to join a new team during a significant growth phase.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years experience in international freight forwarding.
• Hands-on A–Z experience with ocean import or export shipments.
• Familiarity with CargoWise is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day ocean import and export operations.
• Coordinate with carriers, customers, and internal teams.
• Support documentation, tracking, and problem resolution.
• Ensure compliance and on-time cargo flow.

Skills

International freight forwarding

Ocean import/export expertise

Attention to detail

Proactive in fast-paced environment

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by THOMAS Freight. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from THOMAS Freight

Position

Ocean Import & Export Operations Specialist

Location: Near ORD Airport

Compensation: Up to $30/hr + competitive benefits

Schedule: Full-time, fully in-office

A Top 20 Global Freight Forwarder is expanding its presence near ORD and building a brand-new Ocean Import & Export Operations team. This is a unique chance to join a world-class logistics leader during a growth phase and play a key role in supporting international ocean freight movements.

What You’ll Do

• Handle day-to-day ocean import and export operations
• Coordinate with carriers, customers, and internal teams
• Support documentation, tracking, and problem resolution
• Ensure compliance and on-time cargo flow

What They’re Looking For

• 2–3+ years experience in international freight forwarding
• Hands-on A–Z experience with ocean import or export shipments
• Familiarity with CargoWise
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

What’s In It for You

• Up to $30/hr depending on experience
• Strong benefits package
• A long-term career path with one of the largest forwarders in the industry
• Join a newly built team with room to grow and make an impact

If you’re looking for stability, growth, and the opportunity to help shape a new operations function, this role is for you.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Customer Service, Supply Chain, and Administrative

Industries

• Freight and Package Transportation, International Trade and Development, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage