Our client, an international logistics provider is looking to hire an experienced Freight Forwarding Specialist in the Washington DC/ Virginia area. This position offers hybrid working (2-3 days in office and the remainder working from home).
Main Responsibilities:
- Manage the export of shipments from start to finish
- Book air and ocean export services on behalf of customers
- Create price quotations for international freight shipments
- Provide the most efficient method of shipping
- Negotiate rates and route freight
- Process shipping documentation
- Arrange pick up and delivery of freight via air and ocean carriers
- Track shipments, keeping the customer up to date and resolving any issues that arise
- Liaise with carriers, agents, Customs Brokers and air and ocean terminal operators
Key Requirements:
- 2+ years export freight forwarding experience is required
- Air or ocean freight experience is required
- Must have export compliance knowledge and experience
- Experience routing freight and preparing price quotations for air and ocean freight
- Strong communication skills are essential
- Proficient computer knowledge is required