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ImportExport Specialist (International)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Edison, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 56200 - 74500
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
6 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
11 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Description
Qualifications
Position Summary:
The Import/Export Specialist International supports all aspects of a freight forwarding operation to include the safe efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods (via shipping lines airlines road and operators) keeping in consideration the type of goods and customer delivery requirements. Key responsibilities include monitoring all operational activity to guarantee successful performance of the operations and customer service. Must have ability to supervise other associates as needed as well as strong customer interaction and communication skills.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy healthy and secure. To learn more visit
Salary: $56200 - $74500
Major Responsibilities:
Handle start to finish processing of shipments
Interact with overseas agents on shipment planning pricing documentation and quoting
Act as first level escalation for customer
Provide ad-hoc quotes to customers
Assist in new customer implementations
Prioritize time sensitive situations
Collaborate with other operations supervisors to execute shipments and deliver excellent customer service
Ensure customer and department SOPs and KPIs are adhered to and met
Track shipments to ensure on time delivery is met.
Provide relevant current knowledge of routing packaging legislation and other factors that could impact freight movement.
Handle rate negotiations with carriers on a spot rate basis
Analyze process data and work on continuous improvements
Identifying cost savings opportunities for the customer
Ensuring all business needs are covered including when there are vacations illness etc.
Other projects as assigned by the manager
Qualifications
Qualifications:
5 years of experience in international logistics or international freight forwarding industry with demonstrated experience moving air/ocean import/export shipments.
Experience of Dangerous goods by air and/or ocean
Knowledge of domestic and international transportation regulations policies and procedures required.
Bachelors degree strongly preferred
Experience using Cargowise TMS preferred
Must have strong attention to detail and effective communications skills
Ability to manage shipment profit/loss
Must be skilled in Problem Solving / Process Improvement.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations
Advanced desktop computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook required
Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with customers as well as Penske personnel
Regular predictable full attendance is an essential function of the job
Physical Requirements:
-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
-While performing the duties of this job the associate may be required to stand walk and sit.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headqu ... View more
