Ocean Import Ops Specialist

Radiant Logistics Inc.; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and

Job summary

Radiant Global Logistics Inc. is seeking an Ocean Import Operations Specialist to manage shipments from origin to final delivery, handling documents, customs coordination, carrier payments, trucking, tracking and billing.

This on-site, full-time role is located in Renton, WA, with a base hourly pay of $30.00–$36.50, and a comprehensive benefits package. The position requires 3+ years in international ocean import freight forwarding, a high school diploma, and proficiency with SAP or CargoWise,

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in international ocean import freight forwarding.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of transportation management software (SAP or CargoWise).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Clear written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ocean import arrival notices and deliver documents to customs brokers on time.
• Pay steamship lines and CFS warehouses; create load tenders and track delivery performance.
• Track and trace shipments daily and update customers and management on status.
• Request and prepare rate quotations; invoice customers and post shipments to accounting.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

CargoWise

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Ocean Import Operations Specialist manages ocean import shipments from origin to final delivery, keeping customers well served and shipments profitable. This position handles documents, customs coordination, carrier payments, trucking, tracking and billing.

Location: Renton, WA 98057
Company: Radiant Global Logistics Inc
Position Type: Full Time | On-Site
Salary Range: $30.00 - $36.50 Hourly

Key Responsibilities

In this position, the Ocean Import Operations Specialist is responsible for:

Documentation and customs

• Prepare ocean import arrival notices.
• Deliver documents to the customs broker on time for clearance.
• Get booking documents from overseas agents and offices.

Carriers, trucking and payments

• Pay steamship lines and CFS warehouses for ocean freight and CFS charges.
• Create load tenders, send them to the right transportation providers, and follow up to keep delivery performance on target.
• Enter proof of delivery (POD) data and follow up with truckers on requests.

Tracking and customer communication

• Track and trace shipments daily and monitor their movement.
• Alert customers and management when a shipment may miss its delivery commitment.
• Keep peers and team members informed of customer activity.

Rates and quotes

• Request rates and follow up on those requests.
• Prepare and record rate quotations.

Billing and accounting

• Invoice customers on time, accrue costs, and post shipments to the accounting system.
• Resolve payment discrepancies and prevent invoicing errors.

Other

• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• At least 3 years of experience in international ocean import freight forwarding.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of transportation management software, such as SAP or CargoWise.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Clear written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making.
• Highly organized, accurate and detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
• Respectful and cooperative with teammates.

Preferred

• Broader freight forwarding background, including import regulations and documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with ISF, AMS, CBP and C-TPAT, and related government regulations.
• Knowledge of domestic transportation modes and pricing methods.

Work Schedule

This is an on-site, full-time role with a minimum of 8 hours per day. Arrive to the office on time with flexibility to complete all required job duties and responsibilities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and lift and/or move up to 15–25 pounds (e.g., files, supplies, or equipment). Specific vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The role operates in a professional climate‑controlled office environment with a usually moderate noise level.

Compensation

Base Pay Range

$30.00 - $36.50 per hour

The base pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

Featured Benefits

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision coverage for you and your dependents
• Health Savings Account + Employer Contributions
• Flexible Spending Account options for Medical and/or Dependent Care
• Company provided Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan + Employer Match
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, and Company Observed Holidays

About Radiant

At Radiant, we’re the network that delivers. For our customers, that means expertise, responsiveness and solutions they can count on. For our people, it means an environment where you can take ownership, solve problems and make an impact.

Radiant Global Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Radiant Logistics, Inc. (NYSE American: RLGT) is a publicly traded third‑party logistics company providing technology‑enabled freight forwarding, truck and rail brokerage, and value‑added logistics solutions, including warehousing, customs brokerage, order fulfillment and inventory management. Through our network of Radiant and agent‑owned offices, we combine the reach and resources of a global logistics company with teams that know their customers, their markets and each other.

Join Radiant and you’ll find opportunities to grow, the trust to solve real problems, and a team where what you bring to the table matters.

Equal Opportunity

Radiant is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all candidates and employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Compensation details

30-36.5 Hourly Wage