Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Itasca

Nearest Major Market: Chicago

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves coordinating with multiple parties, including airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies, and requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination
• Communicate with airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed
• Prepare and submit required documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including customs regulations and trade laws
• Manage relationships with customers and provide exceptional customer service

Educational background / Work experience:

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred
• Experience in air imports is highly desirable

Skills & Competencies:

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as calculating costs and rates
• Other Skills: Excellent organizational and time management skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and accuracy, ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Function / Market & Industry Knowledge / Business Acumen / Processes:

• Knowledge of air freight logistics and customs regulations
• Understanding of trade laws and regulations

Language skills:

• Fluency in English is required
• Knowledge of additional languages is a plus

Computer Literacy:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with logistics software and systems is preferred

At Will Employment: DSV Air & Sea Inc. employees are hired for an undefined period of time as "at will" employees.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.

If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

For this position, the expected base pay is: $22.50 - $30.50 / Hourly. Actual base compensation will be determined based on various factors including job-related knowledge, geographical location, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.