Job Description
Position:
Import and Export Specialist
Location:
Cincinnati, OH
Job Id:
1355
# of Openings:
0
Import and Export Specialist
Why work for us
Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, and a few others!
We offer a yearly incentive bonus up to $2,000/year.
You are eligible to participate in Cremer's profit-sharing program. This can pay out up to 9% of your annual income
POSITION SUMMARY
We're looking for an experienced Import and Export Specialist to join our growing organization. We believe that our employees are essential to our ongoing success, and we are pursuing an individual who is passionate about his/her work and a determined team player. Our workforce is energetic, talented, and poised for growth in this exciting market. The experienced Import & Export Specialist will be a self-starter to immediately fulfill the responsibilities of the position. The right candidate will support the International Division and service level execution to ensure Customer Focus and Continuous Improvement are exceeded within the division.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education, Credentials, Licenses:
Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of education and experience.
Kind & Length of Experience:
Communication and Influence: Communicate clearly.
Customer/Client Service: Respond appropriately.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Analytical, detail-oriented, flexible, and decisive
Must be target and deadline oriented.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES AND STANDARDS
Obtain QUOTES using various platforms and methods such as phone call/ email/ website search/ brokers to build on existing relationships and establish new ones for INLAND/ AIR/ OCEAN Export and Import in a timely fashion.
Manage the booking and tracking of all outbound and inbound shipments, ensuring all orders are delivered safely and timely door to door- INLAND/ AIR/ OCEAN - EXPORT/ IMPORT
Coordinate and process all shipping paperwork (BOL/PO/DO/SI/MBOL/HBOL/AES etc) for both domestic and international shipment - INLAND/AIR/OCEAN - IMPORT and EXPORT
Ensure all deadlines are met
Inform internal staff of equipment/material delivery status update internal tracking systems.
Using independent judgement and discretion, investigates problems and requirements of clients/partners and develop /implement appropriate solutions
Follow internal processes and update relevant spreadsheets promptly and with attention to detail
Quickly learn and apply new concepts, skills and knowledge to assigned tasks
Review Freight invoices,
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to prioritize activities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work well as part of a team yet think independently
Advising customer of shipping details and document courier packages.
Directly communicate with the customers and shipping parties,
Understand & respect essential rules and statements of the Federal Maritime Commission related to OTI business, NVOCC, and the Freight Forwarding industry.
Resolve problems relating to the ocean, road transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports, customs issues, AP & AR.
Maintain and develop metrics, operations process documentation
Analyze processes by finding root causes of delays to facilitate improvement opportunities.
Identify gaps, non-value-added steps, and other impediments to an efficient operation.
Organize and maintains hard copy and electronic documentation
Assume control of Imports of product, coordinate with Freight Forwarders to ensure a timely/ best method and most efficient delivery of product.
Build intercompany relationships with global logistic teams
Arrange shipments for export and imports within the region.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, including child birth or any related condition, gender identity or expression, citizenship,
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