OCEAN IMPORT SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

Build Your Career with Dimerco 

Looking to level up? Join Dimerco and unleash your potential!

We’re looking for responsible, self-motivated people who want to build a career in the dynamic and fast-growing field of global shipping and logistics. We provide a learning environment and a pathway to career success for the right individuals. We believe it is our great mission to open doors for talented people and equip them with the skills to realize their career dreams.

About Dimerco:

Dimerco Express Group integrates air and ocean freight, trade compliance, and contract logistics services to make global supply chains more effective and efficient. The majority of Dimerco’s global logistics projects connect Asia’s logistics and manufacturing hubs with each other, as well as with North America and Europe. Dimerco started as an air freight forwarder in Taiwan in 1971 and now serves customers through 150+ Dimerco offices, 80 contract logistics operations, and over 200 strategic partner agents throughout China, India, Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe.

Why Join Dimerco? 

Want to be part of a company that's shaping the future of international freight and logistics? At Dimerco, your growth matters! We provide:

• Training and career support: structured programs to help you grow professionally.
• Global exposure: collaborate with international colleagues and gain opportunities to travel abroad.
• Effective communication: a flat structure that minimizes hierarchy and organizational layers.
• Cross-functional collaboration: work closely with diverse teams across regions and disciplines.
• Innovation-driven culture: leverage technology and new solutions to stay ahead in logistics.
• Career mobility: opportunities to take on global assignments and advance within the organization.  

Position: Ocean Import Specialist

Location: Rosedale, New York

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in ocean freight operations within the freight-forwarding or logistics industry.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and process ocean import shipments, including FCL and LCL cargo.
• Handle shipment documentation, data entry, routing, rating, and billing.
• Coordinate with overseas offices, ocean carriers, customs brokers, truckers, and customers to ensure timely shipment processing and delivery.
• Monitor shipment status, track cargo movement, and provide customers with timely updates.
• Prepare and review ocean import documentation, including Bills of Lading, Arrival Notices, and Delivery Orders, as applicable.
• Coordinate customs clearance activities with designated customs brokers.
• Identify and resolve shipment delays, documentation discrepancies, and operational issues.
• Prepare invoices and ensure accurate billing for services rendered.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure compliance with applicable transportation, security, and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments, regional branches, overseas offices, and external business partners.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Dimerco 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 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.