Import and Export Specialist - #1105556

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage import/export shipments via sea, air, and cross-border trucking.

• Ensure correct classification (HS code) of marine products and proper use of Incoterms. 

• Liaise with shipping agents, freight forwarders, and customs brokers for timely clearance and release of goods.

• Prepare and review shipping documents: commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and import permits.  

• Maintain certifications to allow for handling air and ocean shipments for export

• Maintain good relationships with carriers, forwarders and 3rd party logistics suppliers.

• Negotiate competitive rates with logistics vendors and propose cost-saving solutions.

• Maintain accurate shipment logs and documentation.

• Review all orders assigned to warehouses of responsibility and communicate any problems to management.

• Provide immediate feedback for deliveries/shipments that will not be completed as required.

• Understand trends at assigned port locations and communicate with manager.

• Generate monthly reports on lead time, clearance time, and shipping cost KPIs.

Required / Desired Knowledge, Experiences and Skills:

• 5-7 years of import/export experience is required

• Freight forwarding experience a plus

• Strong analytical skills are required

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills required

• Strong knowledge of customs clearance for marine equipment and spare parts.

• Familiarity with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Free Zones, and bonded warehouse processes.

Education/Certifications:

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, or related field.

Physical Working Environment:

• Climate controlled office environment and required the ability to sit for extended periods of time.