Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $25.00 - $34.60
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
prescription
Health savings account
flexible spending accounts
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Disability insurance
supplemental health insurance
Employee support programs
Paid parental leave
Pet insurance
401(k)
Tuition Reimbursement
vacation days
Personal Days
Floating holiday
sick days
Volunteer hours
company holidays
Veterans day for veterans
Job Description
AIT Worldwide Logistics is a prominent global freight forwarding company headquartered in Chicago, with over 40 years of expertise in providing comprehensive supply chain solutions. Specializing in a broad spectrum of industries, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences, and marine, AIT empowers businesses to expand their reach in international markets with confidence and efficiency. Known for its consultative approach, the company has built a trusted global network and partnerships spanning Asia, Europe, and North America. Their flexible business model ensures customized door-to-door delivery via sea, air, ground, and rail, always striving to meet deadlines... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent
- 3+ years experience in export/import operations
- 5+ years experience as freight forwarder for international operations including basic IATA/NVOCC, FAA, TSA, export regulations, AES and general CBP knowledge
- CCS-Certified Coding Specialist - Certified Cargowise Specialist (CCS) certification
- intermediate knowledge of ITAR, DG or TSA work experience/regulations
- general computer skills medium
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- 3+ years experience in export/import operations
- 5+ years experience as freight forwarder for international operations including basic IATA/NVOCC, FAA, TSA, export regulations, AES and general CBP knowledge
- CCS-Certified Coding Specialist - Certified Cargowise Specialist (CCS) certification required
- intermediate knowledge of ITAR, DG or TSA work experience/regulations
- general computer skills medium
- dangerous goods certification preferred
Job Duties
- Work with customers to qualify their shipping requirements and obtain all details necessary for shipment quotation and operation
- prepare profitable quotations accurately
- set shipping schedules and communicate with customers, deliverers, and ports to verify loading, departures, and arrivals timely
- coordinate day to day import and export of products including reviewing orders and documents
- track and communicate all delays, damages, and problems while working to resolve customer issues
- manage all aspects of air and ocean international operations including customer service, data entry, operations, and billing
- track shipments to ensure they move as scheduled and update systems immediately
- coordinate recovery and delivery schedules with cartage agents and international partners
- partner with local sales teams to communicate problems to customers and international partners as needed
- ensure customers' SOP instructions are followed and AIT KPIs and guidelines are met
- ensure shipments are properly billed within company guidelines and timelines
- perform other duties as assigned
- comply with all policies and standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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