Ocean Import Specialist — Fast-Paced Logistics Career Growth

Danzas Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in Torrance, CA, is seeking an Ocean Import Specialist to ensure accurate, timely movement of freight. The role involves confirming shipment details with origin, handling documents, verifying rates, coordinating with operations, and communicating with customers to resolve exceptions.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in ocean imports, strong regulatory knowledge, and proficiency with CargoWise and MS Office. A bachelor’s degree is preferred; hazmat certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Ocean Imports experience in freight forwarding or International Supply Chain.
• Strong understanding of Ocean Import regulations and documents.
• Knowledge of Inco Terms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Confirm shipment information with origin to initiate shipment
• Receive and validate customer orders including shipping documents, SLI, EIN, credit application
• Review/update; verify fees, customer profile, SOP, and rates per quote or SOP/work instructions
• Verify shipment status, review pre-alert and verify handling instructions
• Serve as a liaison between Document Processing Agent and the Customer regarding shipment details and/or exception
• Communicate and resolve problems that arise in the movement of product
• Communicate exceptions and shipment status with Customer

Skills

Ocean imports exp

Regulations knowledge

Inco terms

Multitasking

Customer service

MS Office

CargoWise

Hazmat cert

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma or GED required

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

DHL Global Forwarding in Torrance, CA, is seeking an Ocean Import Specialist to ensure accurate, timely movement of freight. The role involves confirming shipment details with origin, handling documents, verifying rates, coordinating with operations, and communicating with customers to resolve exceptions.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in ocean imports, strong regulatory knowledge, and proficiency with CargoWise and MS Office. A bachelor’s degree is preferred; hazmat certification is a plus.