Crane Worldwide Logistics is a leader in supply chain solutions with over 130 locations across 30 countries providing individual services that address our client's logistics challenges.
The Air Import Coordinator will be responsible for the processing of import shipments and all related activities for an assigned base of accounts including import documentation review, and customs release coordination affecting timely delivery.
Essential Job Functions:
- Communicating with customs and port authorities, carriers, and customers.
- Monitoring and managing shipping schedules and delivery times.
- Responding to incoming customer inquiries and requests.
- Providing rates and quotes for both customers as partner offices.
- Working with internal departments to resolve customer requests and issues.
- Track and trace cargo as necessary to insure proper movement and delivery.
- Provide accounting department with proper and correct billing information.
- Communicate with clients regarding disposition of Freight (i.e. tracking & tracing, routing & dispatching, and rate quotations).
- Communicate with vendors/suppliers regarding shipment dispatch, routing, pricing, and rates.
- Seek the most profitable mode of shipment, yet meet client’s requirement for the movement of freight.
- Other duties as assigned.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements:
- Talking, hearing and using hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components.
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Education and Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in airfreight forwarding or related field.
- Knowledge of customs regulations and import/export requirements.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Fluent in Dutch and English, both verbally and in writing.
Certifications and Licenses:
- Professional certification may be required in some areas.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Recruitment Agency Policy
At Crane Worldwide Logistics we manage all hiring directly and do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies or search firms. Agencies must not contact our employees or managers directly with candidate details.
Where recruitment support is required, we will engage trusted partners through a formal written agreement. Any CVs received without such an agreement will be treated as direct applications, and (Company Name) will not be liable for any associated placement fees.
We appreciate your cooperation in respecting this policy.
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
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Team player: Works well as a member of a group
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Detail-oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all the details needed to get the task done well
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Self-starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
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Ability to make an impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organisation
