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Freight Forwarder, Air Export, AOG

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$44K - $57K/yr

Strong knowledge of air freight operations, international trade regulations, and customs procedures. * Excellent organizational and time management skills. * Proficiency in using freight forwarding ...

lynden

Freight Operations

Juneau, AK · On-site

Freight Operators often have the opportunity to travel outside of their home port to assist other ... Freight Operations l ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Secures, unloads and loads breakbulk ...

Lynden Incorporated

Freight Operations

Juneau, AK · On-site

$25.01 - $35.42/hr

Freight Operators often have the opportunity to travel outside of their home port to assist other ... Freight Operations l ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Secures, unloads and loads breakbulk ...

lynden

Freight Operations

Juneau, AK

Freight Operators often have the opportunity to travel outside of their home port to assist other ... Freight Operations l ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Secures, unloads and loads breakbulk ...

Forward Air

Operations Supervisor - Air

Euless, TX

The Operations Supervisor - Air Freight is responsible for leading daily air import and export operations to ensure timely, compliant, and costeffective movement of international freight. They ...

APM Terminals

NY · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

Leading high‑volume air freight operations from shipment opening to closure * Driving productivity, cost discipline, and operational excellence at scale * Ensuring compliance with standard ...

World Group

Director, Air Freight

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

Operational Excellence and Customer Experience * Provide governance for end-to-end import and ... Recruit, coach, and develop air freight talent, including leadership development, succession ...

FreightTAS

Sales/Operations

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Sales & Operations Executive Freight Forwarding - Ocean & Air Hawthorne, Los Angeles, CA Salary: $60,000-$80,000 per year - depending on experience Profile We are looking for a smart, reliable, and ...

FreightTAS

Air freight sales

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $120K/hr

Deep technical knowledge of international air cargo operations, TSA regulations, IATA standards, Incoterms, and customs brokerage workflows. * Book of Business: A transferable portfolio of active ...

UWL, Inc.

Director, Air Freight

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

Operational Excellence and Customer Experience * Provide governance for end-to-end import and ... Recruit, coach, and develop air freight talent, including leadership development, succession ...

Toll Group

$70K - $100K/yr

Lead and manage end-to-end ocean freight operations for import/export, including booking ... air, sea and rail across 500 locations in more than 27 countries. We collaborate in friendly ...

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Air Import & Export Operations Specialist

Jacksonville, FL

PLS Logistics Services
Transportation and Warehousing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about PLS Logistics Servicesexternal

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage international air freight shipments from origin through final delivery for both import and export movements.

  • Arrange air freight bookings with airlines, freight partners, and overseas agents, and review, prepare, and process required shipping documentation.

  • Monitor shipment milestones, communicate shipment status, and ensure compliance with customs, transportation regulations, and company procedures.

Job description

The Air Import amp; Export Operations Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing international air and ocean freight shipments from origin to destination. This role ensures compliance with transportation regulations, customs requirements, and company procedures while delivering exceptional customer service.

The specialist works closely with airlines, customs brokers, carriers, overseas agents, and customers to facilitate the timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of cargo.

Key ResponsibilitiesAir Import amp; Export Operations

  • Coordinate and manage international air freight shipments from origin through final delivery for both import and export movements.

  • Arrange air freight bookings with airlines, freight partners, and overseas agents.

  • Review, prepare, and process required shipping documentation, including:

    • Air Waybills (AWBs)

    • Commercial invoices

    • Packing lists

    • Export declarations

    • Certificates of origin

    • Customs documentation

  • Monitor shipment milestones and proactively communicate shipment status, delays, and exceptions to customers and internal stakeholders.

  • Coordinate with airlines, trucking companies, customs brokers, warehouses, and overseas offices to ensure timely movement of freight.

  • Ensure shipments comply with applicable customs, TSA, IATA, CBP, and international trade regulations.

  • Track shipments from pickup through final delivery, identifying and resolving service issues or delays.

  • Ensure timely customs clearance and compliance with all applicable import regulations.

  • Maintain accurate shipment records and update transportation management systems (TMS) and customer portals.

  • Verify freight charges, vendor invoices, and billing information for accuracy.

  • Troubleshoot operational issues and develop solutions to minimize service disruptions.

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, carriers, airlines, government agencies, and global partners.

  • Respond promptly to customer inquiries and provide exceptional customer service throughout the shipment lifecycle.

  • Support cargo inspections, customs examinations, and government agency requests as required.

  • Ensure all operational files are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

  • Collaborate with Sales, Customs Brokerage, and Accounting teams to ensure seamless shipment execution.

  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.

  • Participate in process improvement initiatives, training, and cross-functional projects.

  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization's international logistics operations.

QualificationsRequired

  • 3+ years of experience in air import, air export, freight forwarding, or international logistics operations.

  • Knowledge of international shipping documentation and customs procedures.

  • Strong understanding of air freight operations and airline booking processes.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and transportation management systems.

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple shipments, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

  • Knowledge of IATA regulations and dangerous goods handling.

  • IATA and IMDG certification is a plus.

  • Previous IAC Coordinator experience.

  • Customs brokerage or international trade compliance experience.

  • Industry certifications related to logistics or transportation.

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