Import Export Specialist - Japanese Bilingual - 3 years of Experience in Freight Forwarding
We are seeking an Operations Specialist / Coordinator to support day-to-day freight forwarding operations during the U.S. launch phase.
This role will work closely with the U.S. Director and collaborate with Japan headquarters and the Thailand team.
Key Responsibilities
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Handle day-to-day freight forwarding operations (Ocean / Air / Import / Export)
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Coordinate shipments documentation and delivery schedules
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Communicate with customers vendors carriers and overseas offices
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Monitor shipment status and resolve operational issues as they arise
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Support operational process setup during the U.S. branch launch phase
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Assist with internal coordination and reporting as needed
Required Qualifications
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Experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations (flexible depending on skill set)
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Basic to solid knowledge of Ocean and/or Air Import & Export operations
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Business-level English communication skills (required)
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Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
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Ability to work on-site in the Los Angeles area
Preferred Qualifications
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35 years of logistics or freight forwarding experience
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Experience handling both import and export operations
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Japanese language skills or familiarity with Japanese business culture
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Experience working with overseas offices or international clients
Ideal Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who:
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Is detail-oriented and reliable in daily operations
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Communicates clearly and proactively
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Is comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification
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Takes responsibility and follows through on tasks
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Enjoys working in a collaborative team-oriented environment
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Can adapt to change in a growing launch-phase organization
Compensation & Benefits (Indicative)
- Salary: $27-$32 hourly (DOE)
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Standard business hours: MondayFriday 9:00 AM6:00 PM
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Potential flexibility in work style as the organization grows
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Benefits to be discussed (health insurance PTO etc.)
Our Vision
To be a Knot that connects people and nations
bridging Japan and the United States by supporting sustainable business and cross-border collaboration.
Why Join Us
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Be part of a U.S. business launch from an early stage
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Work closely with leadership and gain broad operational exposure
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Grow with a global logistics company that values communication and trust
Import Export Specialist - Japanese Bilingual - 3 years of Experience in Freight ForwardingWe are seeking an Operations Specialist / Coordinator to support day-to-day freight forwarding operations during the U.S. launch phase. This role will work closely with the U.S. Director and collaborate with J...
Import Export Specialist - Japanese Bilingual - 3 years of Experience in Freight Forwarding
We are seeking an Operations Specialist / Coordinator to support day-to-day freight forwarding operations during the U.S. launch phase.
This role will work closely with the U.S. Director and collaborate with Japan headquarters and the Thailand team.
Key Responsibilities
-
Handle day-to-day freight forwarding operations (Ocean / Air / Import / Export)
-
Coordinate shipments documentation and delivery schedules
-
Communicate with customers vendors carriers and overseas offices
-
Monitor shipment status and resolve operational issues as they arise
-
Support operational process setup during the U.S. branch launch phase
-
Assist with internal coordination and reporting as needed
Required Qualifications
-
Experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations (flexible depending on skill set)
-
Basic to solid knowledge of Ocean and/or Air Import & Export operations
-
Business-level English communication skills (required)
-
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
-
Ability to work on-site in the Los Angeles area
Preferred Qualifications
-
35 years of logistics or freight forwarding experience
-
Experience handling both import and export operations
-
Japanese language skills or familiarity with Japanese business culture
-
Experience working with overseas offices or international clients
Ideal Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who:
-
Is detail-oriented and reliable in daily operations
-
Communicates clearly and proactively
-
Is comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification
-
Takes responsibility and follows through on tasks
-
Enjoys working in a collaborative team-oriented environment
-
Can adapt to change in a growing launch-phase organization
Compensation & Benefits (Indicative)
- Salary: $27-$32 hourly (DOE)
-
Standard business hours: MondayFriday 9:00 AM6:00 PM
-
Potential flexibility in work style as the organization grows
-
Benefits to be discussed (health insurance PTO etc.)
Our Vision
To be a Knot that connects people and nations
bridging Japan and the United States by supporting sustainable business and cross-border collaboration.
Why Join Us
-
Be part of a U.S. business launch from an early stage
-
Work closely with leadership and gain broad operational exposure
-
Grow with a global logistics company that values communication and trust
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