Ocean Freight Specialist
DHL Global Forwarding, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Job Title
Ocean Freight Specialist
Job Location Minneapolis, Minnesota
Company Overview DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a leading provider of ocean and air freight services, operating worldwide with roughly 30,000 employees.
Job Purpose Manage and oversee all shipment execution activities while serving as the primary point of contact for customers. Understand customer needs, ensure service commitments, and foster strong client relationships to identify upselling opportunities. Optimize profitability through strategic routing, assignment of shipments, accurate invoicing, and effective dispute resolution. Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and address customer concerns promptly to enhance loyalty and trust.
Key Responsibilities
Creates and confirms transport order to ensure pickup of the shipment at origin
Performs booking and booking optimization according to internal guidelines as defined by Product
Prepares, controls and distributes all required Import and/or Export documents to carriers, consignees, suppliers, etc., complying with regulations and internal procedures
Checks responses from counterparts and finalizes validation of required documents
Responsible for customer service and follow-up on shipment status in the Import and/or Export area, identifies incidents, and ensures resolution of incidents to meet and exceed customer expectations
Interacts with Customer Service, Product, and Global Service Centers, if required
May be required to perform other tasks as required
Skills / Requirements
Minimum 2 years of Ocean Import and/or Export industry related experience
Strong financial business acumen
A quick learner with a “Can-Do” attitude and strong prioritization skills
Knowledge of INCO terms
Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Cargo Wise systems knowledge is a plus
Hazmat certification is a plus
Pay Range $21.32 - $28.43/hr (Based on Experience)
Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)
Competitive base salary plus role-dependent performance-based incentives
401(k) match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution
Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate
Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions
Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts
Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services
Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days
Equal Opportunity Employer DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Work Authorization Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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Job Location Minneapolis, Minnesota
Company Overview DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a leading provider of ocean and air freight services, operating worldwide with roughly 30,000 employees.
Job Purpose Manage and oversee all shipment execution activities while serving as the primary point of contact for customers. Understand customer needs, ensure service commitments, and foster strong client relationships to identify upselling opportunities. Optimize profitability through strategic routing, assignment of shipments, accurate invoicing, and effective dispute resolution. Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and address customer concerns promptly to enhance loyalty and trust.
Key Responsibilities
Creates and confirms transport order to ensure pickup of the shipment at origin
Performs booking and booking optimization according to internal guidelines as defined by Product
Prepares, controls and distributes all required Import and/or Export documents to carriers, consignees, suppliers, etc., complying with regulations and internal procedures
Checks responses from counterparts and finalizes validation of required documents
Responsible for customer service and follow-up on shipment status in the Import and/or Export area, identifies incidents, and ensures resolution of incidents to meet and exceed customer expectations
Interacts with Customer Service, Product, and Global Service Centers, if required
May be required to perform other tasks as required
Skills / Requirements
Minimum 2 years of Ocean Import and/or Export industry related experience
Strong financial business acumen
A quick learner with a “Can-Do” attitude and strong prioritization skills
Knowledge of INCO terms
Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Cargo Wise systems knowledge is a plus
Hazmat certification is a plus
Pay Range $21.32 - $28.43/hr (Based on Experience)
Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)
Competitive base salary plus role-dependent performance-based incentives
401(k) match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution
Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate
Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions
Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts
Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services
Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days
Equal Opportunity Employer DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Work Authorization Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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