Description

About AJC Logistics:

AJC Logistics LLC is a diversified logistics service provider specialized in Truck Brokerage, Ocean & Air Freight Management Services, Third Party Logistics, International Freight Forwarding and Customs House Brokerage for importers and exporters in the United States including Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Our core competency is to manage the transport of merchandise, domestically and internationally, with superior customer service supported by integrated management systems. AJC takes a customer centric approach, recognizing that each client's requirements are unique. To learn more about AJC Logistics, visit our website at http://www.ajclogistics.com

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Import & Export Manager(NVOCC) to join our operations team in our Atlanta, Georgia office. The Import & Export Manager (NVOCC) will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customer accounts, effectively quoting & coordinating both import & export shipments, and will be the go-to person for creative operational problem solving. The ideal candidate should be service oriented, proactive, adaptable, and have extensive import & export documentation and international freight forwarding experience.

Scope of Responsibility:

• Supervise and support NVOCC Operations team members with creative ideas and out-of-the box problem solving.
• Manage domestic and international import & export shipments for key customers.
• Book shipments with steamship lines and truckers.
• Coordinate with loading facilities, truckers, ocean carriers, and other vendors in the US and internationally.
• Prepare required documentation for each shipment.
• Track and trace cargo.
• Update all systems with shipping and customer information.
• Provide constant communication and updates to customers.
• Manage all pricing for key customer accounts to ensure that correct information is in the system for billing.
• Send invoices to customer to ensure timely payment.

• Manage and further develop effective flow of work to attain optimum efficiency and productivity of department.
• Initiate, promote, support and implement change in order to increase organizational effectiveness.
• Identify the existence and cause of problems and solutions to correct them.
• Manage communication with import or export related authorities, customers and suppliers.
• Negotiate with vendors to provide sales or customers with rates and transportation options.
• Meet with truck vendors, shipping lines, etc to address any issues or to discuss future business
• Maintain TSA compliance
• Participate in outside sales activities with sales or management staff if needed.
• File FMC’s to Air and/or Ocean team and check existing rates in place for validity
• Assist staff with any shipment issues they might have
• Provide excellent leadership to the department
• Complete shipments in accordance to the business processes

Essential Skills:

• Passion for the logistics industry and leading a team.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Natural ability to work in a fast-paced environment, problem solve, prioritize, and multi-task.
• Effective organization, time management, and attention to detail
• High energy, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of urgency.
• Must be detail oriented, have the ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience required.
• Five (5) years or more of ocean import & export experience with a NVOCC, freight forwarder, or customs house brokerage is required.
• Previous international import/export documentation experience and knowledge is required.
• Working knowledge of various modes of transportation, including ocean carrier and drayage (trucking) experience preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Excel, and Word is required.
• Knowledge of incoterms is a plus.
• High School diploma or GED

• Knowledge of procedures for international and domestic freight, trucking and warehouse services
• TSA compliant preferred but not necessary
• Understanding of regulatory compliance with imports/export rules and regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Must be self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
• Must be detail oriented, have the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite

Language Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write in English fluently.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus

Additional Candidate Requirements