On-Site Ocean Imports Coordinator – Seattle (Temp-to-Hire)

AppleOne Employment Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid benefits upon-perm–

On-site work in Seattle

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Seattle, WA seeks an experienced Ocean Import & Logistics Coordinator for a 100% on-site, temp-to-hire role. You will manage ocean freight shipments, customs documentation, and coordination with brokers, forwarders, and carriers to keep shipments moving smoothly.

The position requires hands-on ocean imports knowledge, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple shipments with changing priorities in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in ocean imports, freight forwarding, international shipping, or related logistics operations.
• Familiarity with customs documentation, freight coordination, and container tracking.
• Understanding of demurrage, detention, and the financial impact of missed deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple shipments and changing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach, sound judgment, and the ability to learn quickly.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Excel, and general business software.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international ocean freight shipments from booking through delivery and container return.
• Manage approximately 10-12 containers weekly, primarily arriving from Asia.
• Communicate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, trucking companies, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Coordinate customs documentation and ISF processing requirements.
• Monitor container availability, pickup schedules, delivery appointments, and return deadlines.
• Proactively address shipment delays and minimize demurrage, detention, and unnecessary transportation expenses.
• Track shipments, maintain accurate records, and communicate updates.
• Manage time-sensitive correspondence and ensure outstanding items receive appropriate follow-up.
• Assist with freight rate coordination and transportation planning.

Skills

Ocean imports

Freight forwarding

Customs documentation

ISF processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services in Seattle, WA seeks an experienced Ocean Import & Logistics Coordinator for a 100% on-site, temp-to-hire role. You will manage ocean freight shipments, customs documentation, and coordination with brokers, forwarders, and carriers to keep shipments moving smoothly.

The position requires hands-on ocean imports knowledge, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple shipments with changing priorities in a busy environment.