Export Agent
Priority Worldwide, Hanover, MD, United States
Description
Priority Worldwide is an international team committed to providing the Ultimate Customer Experience while remaining on the cutting edge of technology and working to improve our environment.
Location Location:
Baltimore, MD or Los Angeles, CA
Who We Are Make a difference by joining Priority Worldwide, a truly diverse, international organization in a dynamic, fast-paced, environmentally minded work environment where you will grow and learn while building your career. You will have the opportunity to help shape the world through humanitarian efforts, cutting-edge technology, and environmental initiatives.
Global Scope Priority Worldwide is fully committed to corporate environmental responsibility and has taken substantial actions to enhance the working environment for our employees and reduce our impact on this planet. Since 2009, more than 10% of net profits have been donated to environmental organizations!
Who You Are The
Export Agent
plays an essential role in our international operations team, managing both Air and Ocean Export shipments from quote to delivery. You are a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will serve as a principal representative to customers and maintain strong relationships with vendors, agents, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth, compliant, and cost-effective international shipments.
Attention to detail, strong communication, and a willingness to learn are essential. Candidates should be adaptable to working with people of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Required Skills And Competencies
2+ years of Export experience (Air, Ocean, or both)
Experience with CargoWise preferred
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Solid understanding of international export documentation and regulations
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
What You Will Do At the heart of our business, the Export Agent ensures the timely, efficient, and compliant movement of international freight via air and ocean. This includes coordinating routings, preparing documentation, managing carrier and agent relationships, and communicating with clients to deliver the Ultimate Customer Experience.
General Responsibilities
Assess clients’ requests/emails, acknowledge promptly, and action or assign to the appropriate team
Manage and oversee Air and Ocean Export shipments from booking through delivery
Handle carrier bookings, ensuring timely and cost-effective routings
Complete and audit FMC filings, MARAD reporting, and carrier compliance as applicable
Review and approve carrier contracts and rate negotiations
Prepare and review export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, legalized documents, chamber documents, letters of credit, etc.)
File AES and review for accuracy and compliance
Handle Dangerous Goods (DG) review and documentation preparation
Coordinate CRP/Secured Shipments as required
Liaise with international and domestic agents to ensure smooth operations
Complete rate requests and quotations as needed
Track cargo and proactively update clients
Pre-alert shipments and ensure accurate invoicing
Maintain and present export reports and shipment statistics
Monitor and manage shared team inboxes (exports mailbox and sea/air folders)
What We Offer Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
Salary $50,000-$70,000 annually, depending on experience
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
5 work from home days per month
2 weeks paid time off and 5 personal days
3 days of paid time off for volunteer work
Quarterly bonus program
529E college savings program
Retirement plan
$20,000 term life insurance plan
Mental health plan
Identity theft protection plan
Salary Description Salary $50,000-$70,000 annually
Priority Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to merit-based hiring and creating a fair and equitable workplace for all employees.
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Location Location:
Baltimore, MD or Los Angeles, CA
Who We Are Make a difference by joining Priority Worldwide, a truly diverse, international organization in a dynamic, fast-paced, environmentally minded work environment where you will grow and learn while building your career. You will have the opportunity to help shape the world through humanitarian efforts, cutting-edge technology, and environmental initiatives.
Global Scope Priority Worldwide is fully committed to corporate environmental responsibility and has taken substantial actions to enhance the working environment for our employees and reduce our impact on this planet. Since 2009, more than 10% of net profits have been donated to environmental organizations!
Who You Are The
Export Agent
plays an essential role in our international operations team, managing both Air and Ocean Export shipments from quote to delivery. You are a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will serve as a principal representative to customers and maintain strong relationships with vendors, agents, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth, compliant, and cost-effective international shipments.
Attention to detail, strong communication, and a willingness to learn are essential. Candidates should be adaptable to working with people of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Required Skills And Competencies
2+ years of Export experience (Air, Ocean, or both)
Experience with CargoWise preferred
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Solid understanding of international export documentation and regulations
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
What You Will Do At the heart of our business, the Export Agent ensures the timely, efficient, and compliant movement of international freight via air and ocean. This includes coordinating routings, preparing documentation, managing carrier and agent relationships, and communicating with clients to deliver the Ultimate Customer Experience.
General Responsibilities
Assess clients’ requests/emails, acknowledge promptly, and action or assign to the appropriate team
Manage and oversee Air and Ocean Export shipments from booking through delivery
Handle carrier bookings, ensuring timely and cost-effective routings
Complete and audit FMC filings, MARAD reporting, and carrier compliance as applicable
Review and approve carrier contracts and rate negotiations
Prepare and review export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, legalized documents, chamber documents, letters of credit, etc.)
File AES and review for accuracy and compliance
Handle Dangerous Goods (DG) review and documentation preparation
Coordinate CRP/Secured Shipments as required
Liaise with international and domestic agents to ensure smooth operations
Complete rate requests and quotations as needed
Track cargo and proactively update clients
Pre-alert shipments and ensure accurate invoicing
Maintain and present export reports and shipment statistics
Monitor and manage shared team inboxes (exports mailbox and sea/air folders)
What We Offer Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
Salary $50,000-$70,000 annually, depending on experience
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
5 work from home days per month
2 weeks paid time off and 5 personal days
3 days of paid time off for volunteer work
Quarterly bonus program
529E college savings program
Retirement plan
$20,000 term life insurance plan
Mental health plan
Identity theft protection plan
Salary Description Salary $50,000-$70,000 annually
Priority Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to merit-based hiring and creating a fair and equitable workplace for all employees.
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