Ocean Import Specialist II - Melrose Park, IL

CMA CGM; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 62,065,000 - 79,658,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Dental and vision coverage

Pet insurance

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking an Ocean Import Specialist II in Des Plaines, IL to coordinate inbound or outbound shipments, manage documentation, and liaise with customers and authorities. The role focuses on ensuring timely releases, accurate invoicing, and proactive communication.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years of related experience, and strong data entry and MS Office skills. A comprehensive benefits package and regular daytime hours are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
• 1–3 years related experience.
• Proficiency with basic software and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Serve as single point of coordination between customers, U.S. Customs and other government agencies to ensure service commitments are met.
• Provide excellent and timely customer service by informing clients of shipment status and routing more technical questions to supervisors.
• Receive, review and process documentation for assigned accounts and update related CEVA systems accordingly.
• Obtain releases from government agencies as appropriate and arrange receiving or delivery, ensuring invoicing is accurate and timely.
• Process duties for compliant release and timely delivery, including OGA release and cargo delivery setup.
• Perform initial reviews and escalate problems to supervisor as needed.
• Ensure customer profile data is accurate in company systems and prepare quotations and communications as directed.
• Manage pre-alerts daily to verify freight arrival and documents are received on time.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Typing

Numerical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based software

Job description

Ocean Import Specialist II - Melrose Park, IL

Req ID: 581969 Posting Start Date: 24/09/2026 Des Plaines. Il_USA CEVALogistics Ocean Freight Employee - Casual Full Time

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

Pay Range: $21.66 - $27.80/hr

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location: 1333 Mt. Prospect Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60018

YOUR ROLE
Are you known for your attention to detail and excellent customer service? Are you passionate about identifying and processing efficient shipment logistics? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to provide a vital service for processing Inbound or Outbound shipments, with an emphasis on preparing, tracking and maintaining important documentation.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Serve as single point of coordination between customers (internal and external), U.S. Customs and Border protection and other government agencies to ensure service commitments are achieved and maintained in accordance with client and company objectives.
• Provide excellent and timely customer service by proactively informing clients of the status of their shipments using judgment and knowledge, referring more technical questions to the team leader or licensed broker for response.
• Receive, review and process documentation for an assigned base of accounts, and process documents through the system. Interface with other CEVA systems to provide updates and communications for internal and external customers to produce timely and compliant transactions.
• Obtain release and other government agency releases as appropriate, arranging receiving or delivery, and ensuring invoicing for services is completed accurately and within the timeframe consistent with the account and company policy.
• Process other duties required for compliant release and timely delivery and receipt of shipments after release including but not limited to OGA release, cargo delivery set-up, and client invoicing.
• Perform initial reviews and advise supervisor of any problems or irregularities discovered within assigned transactions.
• Ensure customer profile information is entered and updated in the appropriate company system for any customers; prepares quotations, letters, and communications as directed.
• Manage pre-alerts daily to determine whether freight is arriving as expected and ocean documents are received within time standard specified.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED, Associates Degree preferred; Minimum one to three years related experience.
• Credentials: Professional certification may be required in some areas.
• Skills: Basicproficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications; Accurate typing skills and/or data entry skills; Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using units of U.S. currency, weights and volume and distance measurements.
• Characteristics: Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs; Idenitfies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Follows policies and procedures and ability to understand laws, rules and regulations in areas of assignment; Ability to gather and analyze documents skillfully.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

Information provided is true and accurate. False statements or information will result in the application voided.
Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: [e-mail]. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.