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The Rock-It Company · 3 months ago

Import-Export Operations Coordinator

Linden, New Jersey , Linden, NJ, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$30/hr - $35/hr

2+ years exp

Global Critical Logistics is a growing logistics firm specializing in entertainment and luxury import/export logistics. They are seeking an Import-Export Operations Coordinator to assist with arranging domestic and international transportation for live performance touring projects, manage key deadlines, and cultivate client and vendor relationships.

Freight ServiceLogisticsService IndustryTransportation

Responsibilities

Assist the operations department in researching best routes and making bookings for domestic and international freight shipments

Coordinate domestic and international import/export shipments via all modes of transport: air, trucking and ocean

Review client manifests and prepare transportation documents

Cultivate and maintain customer and vendor relationships

Work closely with carriers, shippers, and consignees to ensure deadlines are met

Other duties related to client projects, as assigned

Qualification

Freight ForwardingImport/Export OperationsAir Freight KnowledgeCustomer ServiceVendor Relationship ManagementExcel ProficiencyStrategic MindAttention to DetailTime Management

Required

2-3 years of Freight Forwarder experience; experience with live event import/export operations is a plus

Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry or military experience

Basic freight forwarder knowledge; confidence with domestic and international air freight and trucking

An excellent strategic mind – the ideal candidate will be able to expertly prioritize competing responsibilities, meticulously organize multiple complex projects, apply a sharp attention to detail to all work, and handle time-sensitive issues while remaining cool under pressure

Excellent customer service & vendor relationship management skills

Comfort with basic Excel functions, and a general ability to learn new software programs quickly

Flexibility to travel and participate in on-call rotations

Ability to pass a security background check

Benefits

18 paid vacation days per year to start, plus 2 floating holidays and 6 days of paid sick leave per year

11 paid holidays per year

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA funding and a 401(k) match

Generous paid parental leave for all parents

Employer-Funded Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Continuing Education Reimbursement / Charitable Donation Matching

The opportunity to work with the best in Live Event, Sports, Film, and Entertainment Logistics

Eligible for free tickets to client events, when available

Fantastic culture with regular company events, including birthday lunches, sports games, volunteer activities, and more

Company

The Rock-It Company

The Rock-It Company (formerly Global Critical Logistics) is a global leader in mission-critical specialty logistics, trusted to move irreplaceable assets and power extraordinary moments across Live Events and Luxury Goods.

Founded in 1978

Los Angeles, California, USA

201-500 employees