Ocean Import Specialist

Ocean Import Specialist Location: Torrance, CA Pay Rate: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour Shift: 8:30 AM - 5 PM | Monday-Friday Problem Solver? Listener? You'll Fit Right In We get it—job hunting is no fun. But if you're great with people and cool under pressure, we've got an Ocean Import Specialist role that is the real deal. Let's make it easy. Requirements & Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred. 2-3 years of experience in ocean imports, freight forwarding, or logistics. Strong knowledge of international shipping processes and import regulations. Familiarity with Incoterms, customs procedures, and import documentation. Cargo Wise experience is strongly preferred and highly desired. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities & Job Duties Manage ocean import shipments from booking through final delivery. Track and trace shipments while proactively resolving delays and exceptions. Coordinate with ocean carriers, freight forwarders, trucking companies, and other service providers. Review and process import documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, and packing lists. Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations and other governing agencies. Partner with customs brokers to facilitate timely customs clearance. Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding shipment status and updates. Provide timely communication, problem resolution, and shipment milestone updates. Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Accurately enter shipment information into CargoWise and other transportation management systems. Maintain organized shipment files and ensure data integrity. Generate reports and provide shipment status updates as needed. Benefits Solid weekly pay Medical, dental, vision + life insurance 401(k) option to grow your nest egg Great group of people, and room to grow The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help. #J-18808-Ljbffr Staffmark Group