International Import / Export Coordinator

Job Description

Are you ready for a fast-paced multi-faceted job? If your preference is to slowly work on one project at a time, this may not be the position for you. We're looking for someone who excels at multi-tasking, has the ability to meet deadlines under pressure, and is detail-oriented. We move time-sensitive cargo, so the International Import / Export Coordinator is a critical part of our business. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a variety of cultures are a must. Experience in logistics is preferred, but not mandatory as long as you are a quick learner.

About the position:

• Monday - Friday; 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

• Responsible for daily import / export operations and communicating the movement of Air and Ocean cargo with customers

• Customer service skills are highly needed

• On-the-job training is available

• This course is designed to develop knowledge of the freight forwarding industry and U.S. Customs regulations

• Serve as the single-source point of contact for our International customers from time of booking until time of delivery

• Communicate via email with overseas partners to request rates and facilitate booking of shipments

• Work closely with our in-house customs brokers

• Image all documents related to each shipment and verifying their accuracy

• Rate all shipments

• Track the movement of cargo and provide up-to-date status to our customers

• Work closely with our Sales team to strengthen customer relations and grow business opportunities

Benefits of joining the team:

• Competitive pay
• 8 paid holidays (after 30 days) and paid time off (after 90 days)
• Excellent insurance coverage that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision and hearing starting as low as $101.10/week for family plans and $38.25/week for individual plans effective after 30 days
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability benefits
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with profit sharing that directs a portion of company profits into your retirement account
• Referral rewards - cash bonuses for referrals

From working with top-notch colleagues and learning new skills, to teaming up with people who take pride in their jobs (and yours) - once you get a taste of the Averitt culture, you'll want in for the long haul. In fact, 19% of our associates have been with us for more than 20 years.

Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt International Import/ Export Coordinator!

Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; College degree preferred
• 6 months customer service or import/export operations experience preferred
• Extreme attention to detail
• Strong aptitude for numbers
• Efficient written/verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Exceptional customer service
• Proficient with email, Word, and Excel