Job Title: Ocean Import Specialist
Location: Chicago IL (Onsite 5 Days per Week Required)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
A global freight forwarding organization is seeking an experienced Ocean Import Specialist to manage import operations. This role is responsible for full-cycle ocean import execution ensuring accurate documentation regulatory compliance and seamless coordination with overseas agents carriers customs brokers and clients.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented highly organized and capable of managing multiple shipments simultaneously while maintaining high service standards for time-sensitive and high-value cargo.
This position requires in-office presence five days per week.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end ocean import shipments
Coordinate bookings shipment tracking arrival notices and final delivery scheduling
Prepare and review documentation including bills of lading commercial invoices packing lists and ISF filings
Communicate daily with overseas agents steamship lines trucking providers and customs brokers
Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations and customs clearance requirements
Monitor shipment milestones and proactively resolve delays documentation discrepancies and exceptions
Provide consistent shipment updates and maintain strong customer communication
Coordinate drayage warehousing and final-mile delivery as required
Maintain accurate shipment records and update all activity within the operating system
Support continuous improvement of operational processes and service quality
Requirements
3 to 7 plus years of ocean import experience within freight forwarding or international logistics
Strong knowledge of transatlantic import processes and documentation
Solid understanding of U.S. customs clearance procedures and ISF requirements
Ability to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
Strong attention to detail organization and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills with internal teams and external partners
Experience using CargoWise or similar freight forwarding software preferred
Must be able to work onsite five days per week
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with major U.S. ports and inland transportation coordination
Experience managing high-volume accounts or time-sensitive cargo
Spanish and English bilingual skills preferred but not required
Required Skills:
3 to 7 plus years of ocean import experience within freight forwarding or international logistics Strong knowledge of transatlantic import processes and documentation Solid understanding of U.S. customs clearance procedures and ISF requirements Ability to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment Strong attention to detail organization and problem-solving skills Effective communication skills with internal teams and external partners Experience using CargoWise or similar freight forwarding software preferred Must be able to work onsite five days per week Preferred Experience Familiarity with major U.S. ports and inland transportation coordination Experience managing high-volume accounts or time-sensitive cargo Spanish and English bilingual skills preferred but not required
Job Title: Ocean Import Specialist Location: Chicago IL (Onsite 5 Days per Week Required) Employment Type: Full-TimePosition OverviewA global freight forwarding organization is seeking an experienced Ocean Import Specialist to manage import operations. This role is responsible for full-cycle ocean ...
Job Title: Ocean Import Specialist
Location: Chicago IL (Onsite 5 Days per Week Required)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
A global freight forwarding organization is seeking an experienced Ocean Import Specialist to manage import operations. This role is responsible for full-cycle ocean import execution ensuring accurate documentation regulatory compliance and seamless coordination with overseas agents carriers customs brokers and clients.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented highly organized and capable of managing multiple shipments simultaneously while maintaining high service standards for time-sensitive and high-value cargo.
This position requires in-office presence five days per week.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end ocean import shipments
Coordinate bookings shipment tracking arrival notices and final delivery scheduling
Prepare and review documentation including bills of lading commercial invoices packing lists and ISF filings
Communicate daily with overseas agents steamship lines trucking providers and customs brokers
Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations and customs clearance requirements
Monitor shipment milestones and proactively resolve delays documentation discrepancies and exceptions
Provide consistent shipment updates and maintain strong customer communication
Coordinate drayage warehousing and final-mile delivery as required
Maintain accurate shipment records and update all activity within the operating system
Support continuous improvement of operational processes and service quality
Requirements
3 to 7 plus years of ocean import experience within freight forwarding or international logistics
Strong knowledge of transatlantic import processes and documentation
Solid understanding of U.S. customs clearance procedures and ISF requirements
Ability to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
Strong attention to detail organization and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills with internal teams and external partners
Experience using CargoWise or similar freight forwarding software preferred
Must be able to work onsite five days per week
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with major U.S. ports and inland transportation coordination
Experience managing high-volume accounts or time-sensitive cargo
Spanish and English bilingual skills preferred but not required
Required Skills:
3 to 7 plus years of ocean import experience within freight forwarding or international logistics Strong knowledge of transatlantic import processes and documentation Solid understanding of U.S. customs clearance procedures and ISF requirements Ability to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment Strong attention to detail organization and problem-solving skills Effective communication skills with internal teams and external partners Experience using CargoWise or similar freight forwarding software preferred Must be able to work onsite five days per week Preferred Experience Familiarity with major U.S. ports and inland transportation coordination Experience managing high-volume accounts or time-sensitive cargo Spanish and English bilingual skills preferred but not required
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