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JAS

Air Import Specialist

Charleston, SC · On-site

The Air Import Specialist is responsible for managing air import shipments, ensuring high-quality service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. This includes coordinating with airlines and ...

JAS

Air Import Specialist

Dallas, TX

The Air Import Specialist is responsible for managing air import shipments, ensuring high-quality service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. This includes coordinating with airlines and ...

JAS

Air Import Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Air Import Specialist is responsible for managing air import shipments, ensuring high-quality service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. This includes coordinating with airlines and ...

DSV A/S

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Houston, TX

$20 - $26.25/hr

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves ...

DSV A/S

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Itasca, IL

$20.50 - $26.75/hr

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves ...

DSV A/S

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Itasca, IL

$20.50 - $26.75/hr

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves ...

DSV A/S

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Itasca, IL

$20.50 - $26.75/hr

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves ...

JAS

Air Import Specialist

Manhattan, NY

$26.50 - $31.25/hr

The Air Import Specialist is responsible for managing air import shipments, ensuring high-quality service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. This includes coordinating with airlines and ...

JAS

Air Import Specialist

Newark, NJ

$26.50 - $31.25/hr

The Air Import Specialist is responsible for managing air import shipments, ensuring high-quality service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. This includes coordinating with airlines and ...

DSV A/S

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Kent, WA

$24 - $31.50/hr

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves ...

DSV A/S

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Itasca, IL

$20.50 - $26.75/hr

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves ...

JAS

Air Import Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$26.50 - $31.25/hr

The Air Import Specialist is responsible for managing air import shipments, ensuring high-quality service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. This includes coordinating with airlines and ...

JAS

Air Import Specialist

New York, NY

$26.50 - $31.25/hr

The Air Import Specialist is responsible for managing air import shipments, ensuring high-quality service that meets or exceeds customer expectations. This includes coordinating with airlines and ...

DHL (Deutsche Post)

Air Import Supervisor

Dallas, TX

$79K - $106K/yr

Air Import Supervisor Job Location: Grapevine, TX We have an exciting opportunity for an Air Import Supervisor who will be responsible for the end to end performance and profitability of the local ...

DSV A/S

Freight Forwarder, Air Import

Torrance, CA

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

Freight Forwarder Air Import is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination. This role involves ...

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How much do air import jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for air import in the United States is $69,921.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Air Import jobs?

Air Import jobs involve managing and coordinating the transportation of goods and cargo into a country by air. Professionals in this field handle tasks such as preparing shipping documentation, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, tracking shipments, and communicating with airlines, customs brokers, and clients. They play a key role in making sure imported goods arrive safely, efficiently, and in accordance with all legal requirements.

What is the difference between Air Import vs Air Export?

AspectAir ImportAir Export
CredentialsCustoms broker license, freight forwarding certificationsCustoms broker license, freight forwarding certifications
Work EnvironmentHandling incoming shipments, customs clearance, coordination with importersManaging outgoing shipments, documentation, coordination with exporters
Industry UsageImporting goods into a countryExporting goods out of a country

Air Import and Air Export roles both require similar certifications and work within the freight forwarding industry. The key difference lies in their focus: Air Import handles incoming shipments and customs clearance, while Air Export manages outgoing shipments and export documentation. Both positions are essential in international trade, but their daily tasks and objectives differ based on the direction of the shipment.

What are some common challenges faced by Air Import specialists and how can they be addressed?

Air Import specialists often face challenges such as managing tight shipment deadlines, navigating complex customs regulations, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders across different time zones. Staying organized, maintaining clear communication with clients and carriers, and keeping up-to-date with regulatory changes are crucial for success in this role. Many teams use specialized software and collaborate closely with customs brokers and freight forwarders to streamline processes and minimize delays.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Air Import Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Air Import Specialist, you need a solid understanding of international shipping regulations, customs documentation, and logistics procedures, often supported by relevant experience or certifications in freight forwarding or international trade. Familiarity with logistics management systems, cargo tracking software, and platforms like SAP or CargoWise is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating shipments and resolving issues with clients or customs officials. These competencies ensure efficient, compliant, and timely movement of goods, which is vital for customer satisfaction and regulatory adherence in the global supply chain.
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Air Import Gateway Specialist

Air Express International USA, Inc.

Hebron, KY • On-site

$21.32 - $28.43/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Air Import Gateway Specialist

Job Location: Hebron, Kentucky

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services.  Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html 

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute orders by confirming arrival times, coordinating with carriers, inputting data, and dispatching recoveries.
  • Build relationships by responding timely to customer communications via email, fax and mail
  • Work with air and ground transportation partners to handle import shipments
  • Receive and track airfreight import consols through arrival into final destination. 
  • Retrieve shipment details, handle all documentation for cargo release and data entry for each shipment
  • Answer all customer inquiries in accordance with the Customer Service Policy standards
  • Further increase customer satisfaction and business share through proactive and regular contact and data input 
  • Communicate with and ensure release of the freight from air carriers
  • Perform billing to internal customers and/or other offices
  • Setup and coordinate direct deliveries to the customer
  • Handle and manage all operational issues at file level regarding exceptions
  • Additional projects as directed

Skills / Requirements:

  • 1+ years of experience in freight forwarding industry, air import experience preferred
  • Cargo Wise systems knowledge is a plus
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Detail oriented and strong follow-up skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Pay Range: $21.32 - $28.43/hr. (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)


* Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.
* 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
* Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
* Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
* Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
* Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
* Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.



Equal Opportunity Employer
DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.



Work Authorization
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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