Air Export Specialist Job at Forward Air Corporation in Los Angeles

Overview Position: Air Export Specialist Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, onsite at LAX LTL location Address: 2501 ROSECRANS AVE., LOS ANGELES, CA. 90059 Compensation: $30-35 per hour, bi-weekly pay, benefits package Job Description: The air export agent is responsible for preparing and arranging shipments for exportation via airfreight in compliance with export regulation. Core Responsibilities & Duties Coordinate all aspects of air exportation including master airwaybill creation, house airwaybill creation, and proper air carrier selection. Closely track and trace all international export cargo, update milestones in CargoWise. Communicate daily with airlines, vendors, truckers, customers, sales representatives, and overseas offices. Follow customer SOPs. Respond to internal and external emails/requests in a timely manner. Ensure compliance is met at all times for internal and external rules & regulations. Other duties as assigned Job Requirements & Qualifications Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in international export operation Previous knowledge of cargo operations preferred Skills Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Detail oriented and Well organized Positive attitude and willingness to learn Ability to work independently Problem Solver About Us Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base. Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry. Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies" publication #J-18808-Ljbffr