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Export Reefer Client Support Specialist

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company

Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 50000 - 50000

Posted: 6 September 2026 (13 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 4 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

MSC is a privately owned global shipping company founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte. As one of the worlds leading container shipping lines with headquarters in Geneva Switzerland MSC operates in over 675 offices across more than 155 countries worldwide with over 200000 MSC Group employees. With access to an integrated network of road rail and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe the company prides itself on delivering global service with local knowledge.

MSC is a world leader in global container shipping and a company offering global service with local knowledge. MSC also provides integrated network of road rail and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe.

48000.00 - 56000.00USD

Looking for a career opportunity but have no experience

At MSC we are looking for candidates that would like to challenge themselves in the world of logistics. We offer a diverse environment and it is important for us to continue to bring professionals with different background and experiences. Together we will continue to grow while connecting the world around us. It is a big world and it takes expertise ingenuity hard work and dedication to keep it moving. You will learn what it takes to move a shipment from point A to point B while gaining immeasurable industry knowledge with the largest shipping line in the world! Excited yet Come join us!

Job Summary/ Key Responsibilities:
The Export Traffic Reefer Client Support Specialist manages data for international shipments for a specific type of equipment called temperature-controlled units (reefers container) and provides support for many steps of the transportation process. Works with direct clients freight forwarders and NVOCC. Helps in executing all the steps required to process the reservation of an export shipment. Considering the complexity of the type of unit managed and the specific needs and special handling required this is an advance clerk position that requires special training.

Prepares the booking in our internal system based on clients requests and needs.
Assumes documentary and customer service responsibilities for all assigned shipments.
Acts as an intermediary between clients and other MSCs departments.
Ensures a monitoring process of the bookings in order that clients requests are matched.
Coordinates with equipment department terminal stevedores vessel operations to ensure that the equipment needed by the client is properly prepared and available at time of shipping/loading.
Establishes and maintains a positive relationship with clients.
Assists clients in trouble shooting and problem solving regarding the bookings assigned.
Keeps a good level of communication with clients and other parties matching the guidelines of the company.
Escalates unique or complex issues to the appropriate supervisor for immediate resolution.
Presence required onsite 5 days per week
Other duties as assigned.

This role requires working on-site in the office for five days a week from Monday to Friday. There is no option for fully remote or hybrid work in this role unless required off-site duties are being performed.

Qualifications & Key Competencies:

Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience in a similar role (supply chain transportation shipping logistics freight forwarding customer service etc.)
English: advanced
Strong attention to details
Organized efficient and able to manage time effectively
Strong customer service mindset focused and responsive
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Great team player
Knowledge of MS Excel with the ability to learn new software

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
Must be able to commute to the designated office location
Presence required onsite 5 days per week

Work Authorization

Authorization to work in the U.S

What We Offer

Health Rx Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance: one-time annual salary up to $50000
Long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts - (Health Dependent Care Transit/Parking)
Supplemental Life Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans

You will also have access to additional benefitseffectiveday one:

Short Term Disability Insurance
401K Plan 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with option for additional 3% employer match
Wellness Program initiatives
CorporatePartner Discount Programs

Mediterranean Shipping Company (USA) Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type including but not limited to characteristics protected by federal state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information visitMSC Mediterranean Shipping Company.

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