OCEAN IMPORT OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

BARSAN GLOBAL LOGISTICS PTE LTD; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

BARSAN GLOBAL LOGISTICS PTE LTD in Carson, CA is seeking an Ocean Import Operations Assistant to manage the end-to-end ocean import process, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-efficient movement of cargo from origin to delivery.

This role requires 1+ year of experience in ocean import operations, knowledge of HTS, Incoterms, ISF, and US import regulations, plus strong communication, multitasking, and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Ocean Import Operations Assistant within freight forwarding or NVOCC.
• Knowledge of HTS, Incoterms, ISF, customs entry process, and US import regulations.
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end FCL and LCL ocean import files including ISF, arrival notice, customs clearance, and delivery arrangements.
• Communicate daily with steamship lines, truckers, customs brokers, warehouses, and customers.
• Prepare and review import documentation (BL, invoice, packing list, arrival notices).
• Coordinate with CBP, FDA, USDA, and other government agencies when required.
• Update shipment milestones in the system and maintain accurate records.
• Provide proactive communication and problem resolution for clients.
• Support billing, cost entry, and file closing in accordance with company procedures.

Skills

Ocean import operations

Communication

MS Office

Logistics software

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivatedOcean Import Operations Assistantto join our growing logistics team. This position is responsible for managing the full cycle of ocean import operations, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of cargo from origin to final delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle end-to-endFCLandLCLocean import filesincluding ISF, arrival notice, customs clearance, and delivery arrangements.
• Communicate daily withsteamship lines, truckers, customs brokers, warehouses, and customers.
• Prepare and review all necessaryimport documentation(BL, invoice, packing list, arrival notices).
• Coordinate withCBP, FDA, USDA, and other government agencies when required.
• Update shipment milestones in the system and maintain accurate records.
• Provide proactive communication and problem resolution for clients.
• Support billing, cost entry, and file closing in accordance with company procedures.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience inOcean Import Operations Assistant within freight forwarding or NVOCC.
• Strong knowledge ofHTS, Incoterms, ISF, customs entry process, and U.S. import regulations.
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and logistics software.