["Import Agent II","Import Agent II"]

Freight Forwarder Imports

Freight Forwarder Imports is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination. This role involves coordinating with multiple parties, including airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies, and requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the importation of goods by air, including securing customs release and delivery to the final destination
• Efficient "break down" of consolidated freight shipments into house airway bills while ensuring accuracy of shipment data and AMS details.
• Communicate with airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed.
• Prepare and submit required documentation to Customs Brokerage team (internal and external), including commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork.
• Manage relationships with customers and provide customer service.
• Handle accounting processes as they apply to the break bulk department - prints invoices for HAWB amends incorrect air freight rates, transfer fees; revises prepaid/collect charges, files claims in case of damaged goods.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field. Experience in Imports is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as calculating costs and rates.

Other Skills Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date. 401k with a company match. Standard 10 days PTO. Eligible for bonus plan. 7 Paid Holidays. Eligible for OT pay if applicable. Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Los Angeles County Only: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act.