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Ocean Import or Export Coordinator in San Francisco

Energy Jobline ZR, San Francisco, CA, United States


Ocean Import or Export Coordinator Salary: $50k to $65k base depending on experience. Benefits: excellent benefits, 401k, medical.

Required experience: Minimum of 2 years of current experience working at an International freight forwarder in operations. Must be legally eligible to work in the US.

Cargowise advantageous or similar software.

Visa/sponsorship is not available.

The Client A global leader in logistics and supply chain management, providing comprehensive freight forwarding solutions across international borders.

The Import or Export coordinator is responsible for handling ocean import or export files, following compliance guidelines, preparing quotes, and providing customer service.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Handle day-to-day ocean import or export shipments.

Pre-alert agent and shipper; organize and prepare documentation for customers; follow up with steamship lines; maintain daily reports for pending shipments.

Ensure all required documents are received; send final documents as needed.

File the relevant documentation to process the shipments.

Arrange pick‑ups, deliveries, and container loading as required.

Maintain customer service updates, including tracking cargo from origin to destination.

Set up billing and payables.

Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills and Expertise

Commitment to excellent customer service, utilizing effective communication and follow‑up skills.

Ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment at all levels of the organization, or independently with little or no supervision to achieve results.

Practical problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

Qualifications

Minimum high school diploma or GED.

2 years of experience in international freight forwarding logistics operations.

2 years of customer service experience.

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