Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive compensation
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Cavalier Logistics is a reputable company specializing in logistics and freight forwarding services, based in Carson, California. Known for its commitment to excellence, Cavalier Logistics supports clients by facilitating the efficient movement of goods both domestically and internationally. The company deals extensively with ocean and air freight imports, showcasing expertise in Customs compliance and import operations tailored to meet the evolving demands of global supply chains. With its strategic location near LAX airport, Cavalier Logistics is well-positioned to manage complex import processes and provide seamless logistic solutions for businesses of all sizes.
The role of Import Agent at Cavalier... Show More
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Job Requirements
- minimum high school diploma or GED
- 2-3 years of import or freight forwarding experience preferred
- knowledge of domestic, LTL, FTL freight
- experience in LCL/FCL ocean import operations
- understanding of refrigerated container handling
- experience with air import operations
- ability to prepare quotations for shipments
- willingness to train as customs entry writer if needed
- familiarity with AMS and customs clearance processes
- experience scheduling and arranging delivery
- understanding of In-Bond moves
- ability to manage daily import shipment operations
- skill in coordinating cargo delivery with truckers
- capability to process ocean import documents and timely ISF filing
- experience arranging customs clearance
- effective communication with overseas agents and factories
- knowledge of vessel arrivals and terminal operations
- ability to clear holds and fees
- auditing skills for brokerage files
- commitment to customs compliance documentation
- capacity to handle customs rejections and government correspondence
- adherence to domestic and international shipping regulations
- ability to pass background check
Job Qualifications
- minimum high school diploma or GED
- 2-3 years of experience preferred but not required
- must be detail oriented and thorough
- solid knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities and ocean ports
- basic knowledge of US regulatory laws
- proficiency in MS Office including Excel, Word and Outlook
- ability to work well in a team and be flexible
- excellent communication and collaboration skills
- ability to solve issues effectively and address concerns quickly
- ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- maintain courteous and efficient customer relations
- basic knowledge of INCO terms, Harmonized Tariff Schedule, customs regulations, and government agency requirements
- basic customs entries knowledge
Job Duties
- process documentation required by US Customs and Border Protection for entry of goods into the US
- provide excellent customer service through clear communication from origin to destination
- manage domestic, LTL, and FTL freight knowledge
- handle LCL/FCL ocean import operations including refrigerated containers
- manage air import operations from start to finish
- prepare quotations for air and ocean shipments
- train as customs entry writer if not yet skilled
- pay terminal charges and confirm AMS information and customs clearance status
- schedule, monitor and arrange delivery to the final consignee
- manage In-Bond move transactions
- oversee daily import shipment operations for freight forwarding and NVOCC
- check cargo availability and arrange shipments delivery with truckers
- process ocean import documents and ensure ISF is filed on time
- arrange custom clearance with customs broker
- communicate daily with factories and overseas agents to assist with bookings and space availability
- track vessel arrivals and manage first and last free days
- secure appointments from terminal websites
- identify and update terminal receiving hours and schedule changes
- clear holds and fees that inhibit container flow
- communicate pertinent information to planning team
- perform audit reviews on brokerage files and customs payments
- maintain customs compliance documentation
- review and monitor customs rejections and requests for information
- adhere to all domestic and international shipping regulations
- conduct daily correspondence with overseas and domestic agents, airlines, steamship lines, and co-loaders
- pass background checks
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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