Import-Export Operations Coordinator
Import-Export Operations Coordinator
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Job Description
The fulltime ImportExport operations Coordinatorwill work from our Linden NJ office and assist the RockIt Cargo Operations team with arranging domestic and international transportation by air and ocean for a variety of live performance touring projects. You will be instrumental in the success of our clients events. The ImportExport Operations Coordinator will strategically identify & book the best routes for each project prepare and review necessary documentation for the shipments manage key deadlines to keep projects on track and cultivate lasting client and vendor relationships. In this role you will work sidebyside with seasoned operations leaders deepen your expertise across all types of shipments (air trucking and ocean) and projects and build a strong foundation from which to grow your career in the industry.
Responsibilities:
- Assistthe operations department inresearching best routes and makingbookings for domestic and international freightshipments
- Coordinatedomestic and international import/export shipments viaall modes of transport:airtruckingand ocean
- Review client manifests and prepare transportation documents
- Cultivate andmaintaincustomer and vendor relationships
- Work closely withcarriersshippersand consignees to ensuredeadlines are met
- Other duties related to client projects as assigned
Qualifications:
- 23 years of Freight Forwarder experience; experience with live event import/export operations is a plus
- Associates or Bachelorsdegreeor equivalent industry or military experience
- Basic freight forwarder knowledge; confidence with domestic and international air freight and trucking
- An excellent strategic mind the ideal candidate will be able to expertly prioritize competing responsibilities meticulously organize multiple complex projects apply a sharp attention to detail to all work and handle timesensitive issues whileremainingcool under pressure
- Excellent customer service & vendor relationship management skills
- Comfort withbasicExcelfunctions anda general ability to learn new software programs quickly
- Flexibility to travel andparticipatein oncall rotations
- Ability to pass a security background check
Benefits & Perks:
- 18paid vacation daysper yearto start plus 2 floating holidays and 6 days of paid sick leave per year
- 11paid holidays per year
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans plus HSA funding and a 401(k) match
- Generous paid parental leave for all parents
- EmployerFunded Basic Life AD&D ShortTerm Disability and LongTerm Disability Insurance
- Continuing EducationReimbursement / Charitable Donation Matching
- The opportunity to work with the best in Live Event Sports Film and Entertainment Logistics
- Eligible for free tickets to client events when available
- Fantastic culture with regular company events including birthday lunches sports games volunteer activities and more
Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At RockIt Cargo we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
RockIt Cargo is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment RockIt Cargo will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact
RockIt Cargo provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation national origin age disability or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements RockIt Cargo complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. RockIt Cargo expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation national origin age disability or veteran status.
Job Type/ Industries: Fulltime NonExempt / Logistics FreightForwarding
Location: Linden NJ OnSite
Salary: $30$35/hour
Application Instructions:
To apply please submit resume and cover letter detailing why you want to work for RockIt Cargo and why you think youd be a good fit for this role
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
