Freight Forwarding Coordinator

General Position Summary This position is responsible for performing imports and exports related duties in order to organize the safe, efficient and cost-effective way of transportation taking accounts of the customers’ delivery requirements. Essential Job Functions LOGISTICS COORDINATION · Researches and plans the most appropriate route for shipments considering the nature of items and the requirements set by customers. · Arranges appropriate packaging considering the climate, weight, nature of goods, costs, delivery and warehousing of goods at the final destination. · Obtains, checks and prepares any required documentation to meet customer and insurance requirements. · Coordinates with third party vendors to transfer items smoothly in accordance with customer requirements. · Arranges payment of freight fees and other associated charges. · Keeps track of shipping status using assigned systems. · Issues invoices to customers according to quotation mutually agreed. · Updates standard operation procedures (SOPs). · Prepares quotations according to customers’ requests; Ensures quotations are competitive and reasonably profitable by negotiating with subcontractors and vendors. · Handles, troubleshoots and assists customers in a timely manner to resolve claims talking to the Assistant Manager/Manager depending on the difficulty. · Provides accurate shipping information to custom brokers for timely clearance #J-18808-Ljbffr