Ocean Import Freight Forwarder — Global Logistics

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in Itasca, IL seeks a Freight Forwarder for Ocean Import to manage ocean imports, customs clearance, carrier booking, cargo tracking, and client communications.

You will coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking firms to ensure on-time delivery, maintain compliance with trade laws, and provide regular updates to customers.

This full-time role offers an hourly base pay of $21.53–$26.91, with actual compensation based on experience and location.

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

Fluent English

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Work well under pressure

Education

Freight forwarding/logistics experience preferred

Tools

MS Office

Logistics software

Job description

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in Itasca, IL seeks a Freight Forwarder for Ocean Import to manage ocean imports, customs clearance, carrier booking, cargo tracking, and client communications.

You will coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and trucking firms to ensure on-time delivery, maintain compliance with trade laws, and provide regular updates to customers.

This full-time role offers an hourly base pay of $21.53–$26.91, with actual compensation based on experience and location.