Air Import Agent

We are hiring for a Freight Forwarder, Air Import GTW ito ensure the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, by coordinating with vendors such as airlines, customs agents and trucking companies.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee import shipments daily.
• Run pre-arrival reports from forwarding application grid to capture all shipments consigned to the Gateways and process files.
• Receive and verify pre-alerts and check E-doc for documents.
• Request arrival information from air carrier and update the gateway comments.
• Track and trace the consol.
• Coordinate with the line haul truck the timely recovery of freight at the airport (airport transfer) Monday to Sunday.
• Check received documents against manifest and pick-up log sheet
• Verify the accuracy of AMS information against the manifest and work with airlines/handling agents if there is discrepancy.
• Set up automatic Warehouse transfer 1F or Request 1F (AMS).
• Flag in transit or hinterland shipment and notify the in transit gateway.
• Provides manifest and PPT (permit to transfer) to CFS on daily basis.
• Arrange payments of ISC (Import Service Charge) with CargoSprint, Paycargo, and E-pic etc.
• Record incidents using forwarding application in comments as delays, damages, etc.
• Handle preliminary claim.
• Ensure proper completion of all accounting procedures and Job costing.
• Other duties as requested.

Experience:

• Excellent knowledge of freight forwarding and regulatory requirements with proven track record with a minimum of two years of industry experience (Import)
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as calculating costs and rates
• 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.
• Good judgment skills and ability to make decisions.
• Bilingual English and another language is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics software and systems

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Torrance, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23