Import Specialist

About the role

Join Green’s team of experts. At Green, you are more than just a clerk – here, as a specialist you will own the consignment from start to finish, managing airfreight and ocean import related decision-making; negotiating with steamship lines, domestic carriers and airlines to win your client an exceptional shipping experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate market opportunities to provide each customer with best-in-class transport solutions.
• Enjoy rate negotiations that maximize profitability and bring value to your customers.
• Prepare and coordinate the necessary documentation for efficient, cost-effective and lawful execution of export activities.
• Provide outstanding service to clients, agents, vendors, and colleagues.
• Clear communication is a must when providing shipping instructions to overseas partners and clients.

Requirements

• 4-5 years of experience in imports, shipping, transportation or other like experience.
• Knowledge of ocean (FCL & LCL) imports handling a must.
• Knowledge of export Customs laws, practices and procedures.
• Deep understanding of the shipping industry and rate negotiation opportunities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work in a team as well as be independent.
• Detail oriented, have the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office Suite, especially with Excel.
• Aptitude, creativity, and a preference for working in small, collaborative teams.
• Knowledge of Cargo Wise operating system a plus.

Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations and practices.
• Experience with rate negotiation and contract management.

Benefits

• Employee High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) currently paid for 100% by Green.
• $1,800 contributed to employee HSA Account, if on HDHP.
• Employee Dental provided by Green.
• Option to purchase disability insurance.
• Paid life insurance and option to buy-up.
• 401(K) and company match.
• Parental Leave Program.
• Monthly recognition points to give/receive, which can be converted to gift cards.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Weekly fruit baskets in office locations.
• A tree planted for every new employee to Trees.org.
• Option for 26 days remote annually.
• Wellbeing Program.
• Training and Development.

Pay

Expected wage range: $28- $32ph

Schedule

Full-time position

Contact

To apply, please contact Faye Hughes, Head of People and Culture at faye.hughes@greenworldwide.com.