International Logistics Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  International Logistics Specialist 

Location: Getzville, NY

Hire Type:   Direct Hire

Pay Range: $63,000 - $68,000 

Work Type:  Full-Time 

Work Model:  Hybrid 

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8am – 5pm

Recruiter  Contact:   Dylan Pebbles |  View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Nature &  Scope:

Positional Overview

The Imagine Group is recruiting for an   International Logistics Specialist  on behalf of our client, an independent commodity trading house that connects global producers and consumers of metals, alloys, and raw materials.

In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing international shipments, ensuring timely delivery of goods while maintaining compliance with applicable import and export regulations. You will work closely with vendors, carriers, customs partners, and internal teams to track shipments, resolve issues, prepare documentation, and ensure efficient global logistics operations.

Role & Responsibility:

Tasks That Will Lead to Your Success :

• Handle imports of material in containers: Customs clearance, Drayage from ports to warehouses, Negotiate rates.
• Coordinate logistics of material movement with truckers, customs, brokers, ports and warehouses.
• Write purchase and sales contracts for customers.
• Create and provide full sets of shipping documents for sales as required, and for inbound materials to international ports.
• Work with Traders and Trader Assistants to facilitate and coordinate shipments.
• Coordinate with Foreign Suppliers as well as overseas Freight forwarders to book freight.
• Handle and work with shipping documents. (Invoices, Ocean bills of lading, insurance certificates, Certificate of Origin, Certificates of quality etc. )
• Move material between countries and warehouses as required. (US to EU, EU to US/CAN, International to International, etc.)
• Ensure that shipments adhere to customs regulations
• Update and maintain online files.
• Monitoring the transit of sold materials while keeping customers up to date on status of shipments and making sure suppliers are providing materials on time.
• Follow-up with vendors for on time shipping and correct documentation
• Be sure all shipments comply with proper handling, labeling, and specifications as ordered

Skills & Experience

Qualifications That Will Help You Thrive

• Associate degree- Business and Accounting majors preferred
• Strong mathematical abilities
• Strong computer skills- Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, PDF files, Teams, high volume email experience are a must
• Experience with large volumes of imports
• Experience working with freight forwarders and customs brokers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be a self-starter and work on projects with minimal management oversight
• Must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment involving multi-tasking
• Must be able to work independently and able to work as part of a team
• Great attention to detail and be proactive.
• Knowledge and understanding of imports/ exports, INCO terms, trading terms.