Transportation Coordinator II

Avnet LLC; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Avnet LLC is seeking a Logistics/Export Specialist to handle outbound and inbound shipments, including preparing commercial invoices, letters of instruction, shipper’s export declarations, and carrier documents. The role supports sales with shipment documentation and ensures regulatory compliance for international shipments.

You will work with carriers to ensure pricing and service levels, track shipments, and resolve issues to maintain efficient supply chains.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation operations and providing customer service.
• Knowledge of export documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Basic understanding of world geography and logistics processes.

Responsibilities

• Create export documents including invoices, letters of instruction, and export declarations for international shipments.
• Coordinate with import brokers, monitor post-clearance processes, and resolve import issues.
• Report export data to government agencies as required.
• Support sales with pre/post shipment documentation and resolution of customs issues.
• Prepare documentation to facilitate domestic and international shipments.
• Screen transactions for license determinations under export regulations.
• Maintain department records and files per retention policy.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and performance metrics.

Skills

Transportation Operations

Customer Service

Documentation

Record Keeping

Export Regulations

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Who We Are

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology. Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary

Perform transportation activities relating to both inbound/outbound routings for both domestic and international shipments.

Principal Responsibilities

• Creates export documents including, but not limited to, commercial invoices, shipper’s letters of instruction, carrier waybills, and shipper’s export declaration for each international shipment.
• Delivering information to import broker, post clearance monitoring, resolving possible import issues.
• Reports mandatory export data to government agencies for each international shipment which meets the specified requirements.
• Researches and assists sales groups with pre and post shipment support which may include documentation requirements, shipment resolution and customs clearance issues.
• Creates necessary documentation to facilitate both domestic and international shipments.
• Screens transactions for license determination in accordance with export regulations.
• Catalogues department records and maintains and updates files in accordance with record retention policy.
• Identifies, investigates, and participates in opportunities to improve processes and procedures, to include various key performance metrics.
• Works directly with carriers to ensure both pricing and service levels are achieved and maintained.
• Provides customer service through tracking, tracing, routing, supply-chain model creation and carrier management.
• May negotiate rates and follow-up audit to ensure accuracy.
• Identifies areas of operational opportunity, and creating and implementation of solutions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications

Acquired and applies working knowledge of the organization, job, practices and procedures to be proficient in all aspects of job. Performs functions semi-routine in nature and recognizes the need for occasional alternative solutions. Work is performed independently, with minimal supervision. Able to establish priorities and manage time to complete work. Collaboration with other departments or teams may be required to perform role. May frequently respond to requests from others, internally or externally. Impact of decisions may affect the department. Errors may result in loss of time, resources and/or customer satisfaction.

Work Experience

Typically requires a minimum of two years of related experience.

Education and Certification(s)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Distinguishing Characteristics

Possession of basic understanding of transportation operations and world geography necessary to understand logistics events and create solutions. Position may require travel.

What We Offer

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K and Pension Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Education Assistance
• Employee Development Resources
• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs
• Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

This position will have access to ITAR product and therefore be authorized to access product.

This position requires the employee to be a U.S. Citizen or National, or a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices.

Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company.

As a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider, Avnet has served customers’ evolving needs for more than a century.

Through regional and specialized businesses around the world, we support customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle.

We help companies adapt to change and accelerate the design and supply stages of product development.

With a unique viewpoint from the center of the technology value chain, Avnet is a trusted partner that solves complex design and supply chain issues so customers can realize revenue faster.

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