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JAS Worldwide · 1 day ago

Import Specialist

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$55K/yr - $65K/yr

3+ years exp

JAS Worldwide is an international supply chain services company specializing in air and ocean freight forwarding and logistics solutions. The Import Specialist is responsible for processing and handling import shipments, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while providing high-quality service to customers.

AutomotiveLogistics

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Brandon Ratzlaff

Responsibilities

Prepare, review and process appropriate documents (i.e. customers classification, commercials invoices, etc.) ensuring files contain all necessary copies, are accurate and in the proper sequence

Receive and track customer bookings/shipments, update client of shipment status/delays, dispatch for delivery, collect proof of delivery (POD), cost and invoice all files

Comply with all company business process guidelines

Bill/Invoice each file to the respective customers paying close attention to payment terms for the responsible party

Resolve and reconcile incorrect payables by working with vendors and overseas offices

Assist sales, department manager(s) and colleagues in compiling quotes

Provide accurate job costing forecasts ensuring all payables, receivables and accruals are set and properly managed per company rules and guidelines

Provide responsive customer service

Dispatch freight for delivery, maintain communication with trucker throughout delivery

Ability to recognize any changes in customers shipping down trends and report to Management

Ability to be cross trained and act as a back-up for any member of the team if necessary

To report on customer performance and identify any change in support

Promote compliance across the department/section

Ability to work through problems, but also recognize issues that may need to be communicated/escalated to management

Ensure all timely correspondence to customers

Other duties as requested

Qualification

Import handling experienceUS customs lawsCargoWise (C1)Importer Security Filing (ISF)IncotermsProficient in Microsoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsDetail orientedTeamwork

Required

Minimum 3 years' experience handling imports (air and/or ocean) or combination of education and expertise required

Efficient organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite a plus

Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines

Able to work in a team and independently

Knowledge of US customs laws, practices and procedures

High School Diploma is a plus or GED required

Experience handling the full life cycle of imports (air and/or ocean) or combination of education and expertise required

Good working knowledge of Incoterms required

Preferred

Experience and knowledge regarding imports, compliance, rules and regulations

Experience working in CargoWise (C1)

Experience and knowledge regarding import, compliance, rules and regulations

Knowledge of Importer Security Filing (ISF)

Company

JAS Worldwide

JAS Worldwide is a frieght forwarder and logistic provider.

Founded in 1978

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.jas.com

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