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Import/Export Project Cargo Specialist

Job Details

  • Posted:26th September, 2024
  • Sector:Freight Forwarding, Logistics, Shipping
  • Location:United States
  • Job Ref:17841
  • Salary:Competitive Base Salary + Benefits + WFH

A Freight Forwarding and Logistics provider are looking to hire an experienced Import/Export Project Cargo Specialist to join their growing team, This position can be based locally in Washington DC or remotely in the USA.  

Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with internal and external clients, as well as overseas agencies, to ensure the successful delivery of project cargo
  • Schedule pick-up and delivery via air and ocean carriers
  • Coordinate the shipment of project cargo from start to finish
  • Process shipping documentation such as export declarations
  • Prepare quotations for international project cargo freight both inbound and outbound
  • Enter relevant data into internal system
  • Conduct rate negotiations with vendors and clients
  • Select and coordinate with international agents
  • Produce ocean freight and air freight waybills
  • Schedule and track shipments with air and ocean carriers


Key Requirements:

  • At least 2 years experience in Freight Forwarding / Import / Export / Project Cargo / OOG
  • Good import and export operations experience ideally in air and ocean freight
  • Superior communication skills
  • Proficient user of Microsoft Suite, freight forwarding software experience preferred 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meeting strict deadlines

Domestic and international travel may be required.

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