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Zarach Logistics · 3 months ago

Import Specialist - International Customs & Freight Forwarding

Bensenville, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$50K/yr - $70K/yr

1+ years exp

Zarach Logistics is an innovative international freight forwarder and customs brokerage. They are seeking an Import Specialist responsible for managing the importation of freight from foreign countries into the United States, acting as the primary contact for clients throughout the shipping process.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate air and ocean shipments from beginning to end

Consistently update clients with the status of their shipments

Working with and interacting with clients, carriers, and warehouses to resolve issues as they occur with shipments

Ensuring timely updates of shipment details and updating the transportation system in a timely manner with proper and pertinent information while meeting deadlines

Proper product classification of imported goods

Customs clearance processing in ACE system

Ensuring the on-time delivery of cargo

Correct and timely billing of clients’ shipments for the services provided

Demonstrating a basic knowledge and understanding of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements

Demonstrating a basic knowledge and understanding of Partner Government Agencies (PGAs)