Import Coordinator
About the role
We are looking for a proactive and solutions-focused Import Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will coordinate the end-to-end import process, ensuring the compliant and efficient movement of shipments through customs and into final delivery. You will work closely with internal teams, customs brokers, suppliers, carriers, and customers to deliver exceptional service and maintain high operational standards.
Responsibilities
- Coordinating international import shipments and customs clearance activities
- Reviewing import notifications and pre-alerts for accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Liaising with customs brokers, airlines, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate shipment clearance
- Obtaining required import approvals, permits, licences, and declarations
- Arranging duty and VAT payments in accordance with shipment Incoterms
- Monitoring shipments and resolving delivery or clearance issues proactively
- Identifying, recording, and reporting shipment deviations and operational exceptions
- Ensuring compliance with customs regulations, company procedures, and global standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Requirements
- Experience within a logistics, courier, freight forwarding, or supply chain environment
- Knowledge of import customs procedures, documentation, and regulatory requirements
- Familiarity with HTS codes and Incoterms
- Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing deadlines
- Ability to work independently and make informed operational decisions
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Teams
Applicants must have the right to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.
Benefits
- Medical coverage with company-funded HRA to offset individual deductible
- Medical & Dependent Care FSAs
- Dental & Vision insurance
- Short-term disability & sick leave
- Parental leave (maternity & paternity bonding)
- 15 days annual leave + public holidays + floating holidays + birthday leave
- 401(k) and Roth IRA with up to 6% match
- Employee Assistance Programme
Pay
Competitive salary: $24.75 - $30.48 per hour
Schedule
Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday–Friday, 08:30 – 17:30. Fully onsite at our Raleigh office.
Career Growth
Opportunity to shape global operations and develop your career within a growing global organisation.