Senior Air Import Specialist
CORPORATE RESOURCES OF IL LTD, Elk Grove Village, IL, United States
$65,000 – $75,000 (Dependent on experience) For the selected candidate, we will offer full health benefits, 3 weeks PTO, 401(k) match
With over 40 years in business, we are a dynamic logistics and supply chain organization focused on managing international transportation, global sourcing, and cross-border trade operations. By leveraging our network of international partners and transportation providers, we ensure the efficient and reliable movement of goods across global markets. Headquartered in the United States, we operate a global network of over 1,200 employees across 15 offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.
Position Overview: The Senior Air Import Specialist will play a critical role in managing inbound air freight operations and coordinating with international suppliers and logistics partners to ensure shipments move efficiently from origin to final delivery. A large portion of this role will support pharmaceutical and life sciences imports, requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to documentation, and coordination with partners handling temperature-sensitive and regulated shipments.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage international air import shipments from origin through final delivery
Communicate with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, and airline partners to schedule and track inbound air freight
Support the import of pharmaceutical and life sciences products, ensuring proper handling and documentation for regulated or temperature-sensitive shipments
Prepare, review, and process air import documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and arrival notices
Work closely with customs brokers to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance
Monitor inbound shipments and proactively address flight delays, customs holds, or documentation issues
Coordinate domestic transportation and final delivery once shipments arrive at U.S. airports
Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations, customs requirements, and company policies
Maintain accurate records of shipments, freight invoices, and import documentation
Track freight costs, duties, and tariffs when applicable
Provide shipment updates and logistics reporting to internal teams and stakeholders
Identify opportunities to improve shipment visibility and logistics processes
Qualifications:
1+ years of experience in a similar air import role
Experience supporting pharmaceutical/healthcare shipments strongly preferred but not required
Basic knowledge of customs procedures, shipping documentation, and international logistics processes
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
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With over 40 years in business, we are a dynamic logistics and supply chain organization focused on managing international transportation, global sourcing, and cross-border trade operations. By leveraging our network of international partners and transportation providers, we ensure the efficient and reliable movement of goods across global markets. Headquartered in the United States, we operate a global network of over 1,200 employees across 15 offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.
Position Overview: The Senior Air Import Specialist will play a critical role in managing inbound air freight operations and coordinating with international suppliers and logistics partners to ensure shipments move efficiently from origin to final delivery. A large portion of this role will support pharmaceutical and life sciences imports, requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to documentation, and coordination with partners handling temperature-sensitive and regulated shipments.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage international air import shipments from origin through final delivery
Communicate with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, and airline partners to schedule and track inbound air freight
Support the import of pharmaceutical and life sciences products, ensuring proper handling and documentation for regulated or temperature-sensitive shipments
Prepare, review, and process air import documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and arrival notices
Work closely with customs brokers to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance
Monitor inbound shipments and proactively address flight delays, customs holds, or documentation issues
Coordinate domestic transportation and final delivery once shipments arrive at U.S. airports
Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations, customs requirements, and company policies
Maintain accurate records of shipments, freight invoices, and import documentation
Track freight costs, duties, and tariffs when applicable
Provide shipment updates and logistics reporting to internal teams and stakeholders
Identify opportunities to improve shipment visibility and logistics processes
Qualifications:
1+ years of experience in a similar air import role
Experience supporting pharmaceutical/healthcare shipments strongly preferred but not required
Basic knowledge of customs procedures, shipping documentation, and international logistics processes
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
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