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Ocean Export Agent

Houston, TX · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Ocean Export Agent Location: Houston, TX 77073 Pay: $24.00-$25.00 per hour | Weekly Pay Schedule ... Benefits Upon Permanent Hire: * Medical, dental, and vision insurance. * 401(k) with employer match.

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S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee ... Export Classification * Export Authorization Determination * Export Licensing * Access Controls

To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is ... Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills ...

To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is ... Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills ...

To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is ... Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills ...

S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is ... National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety ...

S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is ... National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety ...

S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is ... National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety ...

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Ocean Export Agent

Openwork

Houston, TX • On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Seeking: Ocean Export Agent
Location: Houston, TX 77073
Pay: $24.00–$25.00 per hour | Weekly Pay
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Overtime: Occasional evenings and weekends based on business needs
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Build Your Career in International Logistics!
Openwork is hiring an experienced Ocean Export Agent for a growing international logistics company in Houston. If you have freight forwarding experience and enjoy coordinating international shipments in a fast-paced environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team that values accuracy, customer service, and professional growth.
We're looking for someone who can confidently manage ocean export shipments from booking through final departure while providing exceptional service to customers and overseas partners.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Coordinate ocean export shipments from booking through vessel departure.
  • Schedule freight bookings with ocean carriers and NVOCCs.
  • Prepare and review export documentation, including Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Export Declarations, and Shipping Instructions.
  • Track shipments and provide customers with timely updates.
  • Coordinate with warehouses, trucking companies, steamship lines, terminals, overseas offices, and customers.
  • Resolve shipment issues and communicate schedule changes proactively.
  • Ensure compliance with export regulations, customer requirements, and company procedures.
  • Maintain accurate shipment records and support invoicing and shipment closeout.
  • Work closely with internal teams, carriers, and international partners to ensure successful shipment execution.

What We're Looking For:
  • 3+ years of ocean freight forwarding or international logistics experience required.
  • Experience managing ocean export shipments from booking through final departure.
  • Strong knowledge of ocean export documentation and international shipping procedures.
  • Working knowledge of Incoterms, FMC regulations, and export compliance.
  • Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Experience coordinating with carriers, overseas agents, warehouses, and transportation providers.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and freight forwarding operating systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple shipments, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Freight forwarding industry experience.
  • Experience working with Japan trade lanes and overseas offices.
  • Knowledge of hazardous cargo procedures and international trade compliance.

Why Join Openwork?
  • Weekly pay.
  • Monday–Friday schedule.
  • Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.
  • Opportunity to work with a respected international logistics company
  • Collaborative and professional team environment.
  • Career growth within the freight forwarding and logistics industry.

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • Life insurance.
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
  • AD&D Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO).

Apply Today:
If you're an experienced Ocean Export Agent looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing international logistics company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or visit www.openwork.com to explore additional career opportunities.

About Openwork:
Openwork is a talent-first staffing company with more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are committed to helping people build rewarding careers while supporting employers with exceptional talent.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)