Air Export Agent

Document exports by preparing bills of lading, export declarations, certificates of origin and related documents. Maintain quality results by following export standards, procedures and regulations. Merge carriers’ flight schedules into customers’ product delivery activities. Generate freight transfer and support with appropriate documentation. Originate documentation with shippers’ Letter of Instruction (SLI) and/or Letter of Credit for accuracy of a) shipper/consignee marks and numbers; b) calculations of weight, volume, dimensions, inland cartage and freight charges/goods description/clauses and delivery terms, and check Third Party documents for correctness. Communicate closely with customers and carriers on status of shipment. Work closely with field sales staff in order to respond promptly to customers’ needs. Supply sufficient documentation that will accurately verify all airline/trucking invoices. Effectively apply up-to-date records on tariff/contract rates provided by available carriers. Work closely with warehouse personnel in performing combined duties. Suggest and implement corrective action in case of issues that may arise. Keep current with Hazardous Material license/certification. Perform other duties that may be assigned by management. Qualifications Some college or AA degree from an accredited college. Minimum two years’ experience in freight forwarding. Knowledge of Air Export process. Knowledge of carrier contracts and tariffs and federal and state government carrier. Knowledge of export licenses and Carnet procedures. Knowledge of Inco-Terms. Knowledge of processing shipments from beginning to end. independent, documentation skills, scheduling and reporting skills. Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and vendors. Proven ability to suggest and implement corrective actions in case of issues that may arise. MEC values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive and elaborate Benefits Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Sick, and Vacation. MEC reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to this position you understand that this specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualifications and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr