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Job Location drjobs

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 21 - 28

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

(Must be able to work Tuesdays through Saturdays)

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Track cargo arrival prior to arrival and update FMS milestones as per company guideline.
  • Receive review and process high-volume and/or complex import transactions for clients to include booking billing classifications processing data through Morrison Express systems and obtaining consular and other government agency releases as appropriate.
  • Check shipments in the warehouse as needed to ensure that all shipping documents correspond to actual shipments.
  • Obtain documentation from carrier operators match them with pre-advice and open files on the freight management system (FMS).
  • Work closely with sales account managers or sales office to respond expeditiously to customers needs.
  • Communicate to customers carriers and other offices/agents in a quick and thorough manner.
  • Notify customers/brokers of product arrival and charges associated with these services; to do the same with the invoicing process.
  • Generate freight transfer and support it with appropriate documentation.
  • Process bills of lading and provide clear instructions to the team for handling each shipment.
  • Ensure shipments of hazardous materials are checked and processed in accordance with all applicable regulations under the IATA CFR.
  • Communicate timely with clients to set up and complete delivery of shipments.
  • Issue delivery orders to carriers/truckers to arrange timely delivery.
  • Complete all inbound moves; this includes but is not limited to ITs and permits to transfer.
  • Obtain all necessary documents and charges prior to releasing freight; to supplysufficient documentation that will accurately verify all carrier invoices before payment approval.
  • Trace lost freight and shortages; to follow-up with airlines/shipping lines and inform all stations /agents involved of these actions. File preliminary notices of claim.
  • Assure that each file contains all its necessary documentation in correct sequence; to notify all parties that payable and receivable documents are completed accurately and forwarded in a timely manner; to develop clear concise accurate records that enable the accounting department to properly credit and bill A/R and A/P.
  • Complete all tracking and billing milestones as set forth by company guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.


Qualifications:

  • Some college or AA degree from an accredited college.
  • minimum one year of experience in Air Import processes and procedures.
  • A basic understanding of INCO terms.
  • Experience of bonded freight and cargo.
  • Attention to detail deadline-oriented dependable persistence time management independent documentation skills scheduling and reporting skills.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and vendors.
  • Proven ability to suggest and implement corrective actions in case of issues that may arise.
  • Minimum experience in Logistics (2 years)
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
  • Willing to have on the job training.
  • Able to work in a team environment.
  • Excellent verbal written communication skills and phone etiquette
  • Excellent customer service and follow up skills
  • Knowledge in International shipping
  • Able to prioritize and manage time effectively
  • Able to use MS Excel
  • Must be able to work Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Employment Type

Full-Time

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