Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
prescription
Health savings account
flexible spending accounts
Dental
Vision
Life
Employee support
Paid parental leave
Pet insurance
401(k)
Tuition Reimbursement
vacation
Personal Days
Floating holiday
sick days
Volunteer hours
company holidays
Job Description
AIT Worldwide Logistics is a renowned global freight forwarding company that has been helping businesses expand their reach across international markets for over 40 years. Based in Chicago, AIT Worldwide Logistics leverages a consultative approach combined with a robust global network to provide tailored supply chain solutions. The company supports various industries including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences, and marine. Their scalable and user-friendly technology platform facilitates reliable door-to-door delivery services via sea, air, ground, and rail, ensuring shipments arrive on time and within budget. The company operates more than 150 locations worldwide across... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school degree or equivalent
- 5+ years experience in air, ocean, import and export operations
- advanced knowledge of ITAR, DG or TSA work experience/regulations
- CCS-certified coding specialist
- certified correctional officer certified cargowise operator
Job Qualifications
- high school degree or equivalent
- associate's degree or equivalent preferred
- 5+ years experience in air, ocean, import and export operations required
- 7+ years experience in freight forwarding, transportation, or logistics preferred
- advanced knowledge of ITAR, DG or TSA work experience/regulations
- general computer skills
- CCS-certified coding specialist
- certified correctional officer certified cargowise operator
- dangerous goods certification preferred
- a team player who works well with others
- a strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability and autonomy in your role
- growth mindset
- customer service focus
Job Duties
- work with customers to qualify their shipping requirements and obtain all details necessary for shipment quotation and operating
- prepare profitable quotations accurately
- set shipping schedules and communicate with customers, deliverers, and ports to verify loading, departures and arrivals in a timely manner
- coordinate the day to day import and/or export of products, including reviewing orders and documents
- track and communicate all delays, damages, problems and work to resolve customer issues
- manage all aspects of air and/or ocean international operations such as customer service, data entry of shipments, operations and billing
- coordinate recovery/delivery schedules with various cartage agents and international partners
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
You may be also interested in: