Export Gateway Coordinator I

Airfreight Export Gateway Coordinator

Salary Range: $47,644-$75,700

Detail-oriented and proactive Airfreight Export Gateway Coordinator to organize and execute export gateway operations. This role is critical in ensuring timely and compliant movement of international airfreight shipments, coordinating with internal teams, carriers, and overseas offices to optimize consolidation and routing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and Review Documentation: Accurately prepare and review export documentation, including Master Air Waybills (MAWBs), House Air Waybills (HAWBs), AES filings, TSA forms, and commercial invoices.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain compliance with TSA, IATA, and U.S. Customs regulations for all export shipments.
• Coordinate Shipments: Organize consolidations and direct shipments according to routing instructions, cut-off times, and customer requirements.
• Book Cargo Space: Secure cargo space with airlines and helps maintain carrier relationships to ensure timely movement of freight.
• Monitor and Track Shipments: Track and trace shipments throughout transit, monitor flight schedules and capacity, and proactively resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Teams: Communicate with warehouse staff to ensure proper documentation, cargo build-up, labeling, and loading procedures are followed.
• Maintain Accurate Records: Keep detailed and accurate records in accordance with TSA and company standards for audit and compliance purposes.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in airfreight export operations, preferably in a gateway or consolidation role.
• Strong knowledge of export documentation, AES filing, and TSA/IATA regulations.
• Familiarity with airline booking platforms and freight forwarding systems (e.g., CargoWise, Webcargo, etc.).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• DG certification and/or IATA training is a plus.

Physical Requirement

• Ability to communicate effectively via phone and email.
• Prolonged sitting at a desk or computer terminal
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, filing, and handling documents
• Occasional lifting of light items (up to 25 lbs.), such as office supplies or mail
• Visual acuity for reading and computer work
• Walking short distances within the office or building
• May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in certain environments.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Hybrid work schedule remote and in-office settings.
• In-office presence required on scheduled days or for specific events, meetings, or team activities.
• Confined workspace or cubicle includes moderate noise, standard lighting and temperature
• Remote workspace should have internet connectivity, be quiet, secure, and ergonomic.
• Requires ability to adapt to changing priorities and multitask in a dynamic environment.
• May involve travel or off-site meetings up to 5% of the time.
• May require evening or weekend coverage based on flight schedules.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Standard 10 days PTO
• Eligible for bonus plan
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Eligible for OT pay if applicable
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Los Angeles County Only: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right's Department Fair Chance Act webpage.