Import Specialist III

Category Purchases, logistics and warehouse

Subcategory Distribution and logistics

Sector Logistics

Working hours Full Time

Department Logistics

As a global client-centered logistics operator, Noatum Logistics provides integrated value-added solutions for the supply chain of all our clients. With a vast network of offices in 27 different countries, Noatum Logistics has onsite experts to develop and execute logistics solutions tailored to meet our client’s needs.

Renowned for its excellent service and specialized staff, the company has positioned itself as an industry leader, offering solutions to meet the needs of clients across various sectors. Our services include Air Freight, Ocean Freight, Road & Rail Freight, Customs Brokerage, Warehousing & Distribution, and Value Supply Chain services. The solutions offered are Integrated Supply Chain Solutions, 3PL for eCommerce business (eSolutions), Reefer/Cold Chain Logistics, and Project Cargo.

Industrial & Construction, High Tech & Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Food & Consumer Goods, Mining, Energy and Oil & Gas, Defense & Aerospace, and Pharma & Healthcare.

Noatum Logistics responds to different industry needs with in-depth knowledge and experience in defined industries, including Fashion & Retail,

We are looking for a Import Specialist III to join our dynamic team at Noatum Logistics.

• Enter transportation data to meet regulatory and tracking requirements.
• Ensure regulatory requirements are met, and proper documentation, including transit and customs clearance documents, exist for shipments.
• Ensure documentation is accurately processed, distributed, and released to carriers, forwarders, customers, and agents in a timely manner.
• Complete all necessary data entry and confirmation of key milestones (departure, arrival, customs clearance, PODs, etc.) as specified by customer standard operating procedures.
• Negotiate shipping rates and submit to local management for approval as necessary.
• Complete accurate billing to clients based on established pricing, while ensuring appropriate costs and profits are maintained.
• Use knowledge of Incoterms and commercial invoice requirements to support customer needs.
• Develop methods and procedures for transportation of commodities for designated shippers from local or offshore locations to warehouses, other storage facilities, or final consignee locations.
• Arrange the transfer and delivery of shipments with appropriate partners.
• Prepare timely shipment management information and reports as requested or specified per department KPIs.
• Manage import needs for larger and/or more complex key accounts or manage specific specialized services for multiple customers.
• Arrange inbound bonded movement of cargo.
• Arrange movement of project cargo, dangerous goods, and pharmaceuticals, as well as entry of goods into free trade zone.
• Provide guidance and leadership to import team members in support of Import Supervisor and Import Manager, including training other team members.
• Support trade and pricing teams in determining the best shipping methods to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Act as a point of escalation for import team members and assist in resolving customer issues.
• Collaborate with manager and other departments to design solutions to meet customer needs and challenges.
• Develop and maintain successful relationships with customers, government agencies, and local vendors (e.g., airline representatives, freight forwarders, custom brokers, local pickup and delivery companies, regional trucking companies, line haul providers).
• Participate as an effective team member with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain courteous, prompt, and efficient customer relations.
• Comply with all necessary procedures to assure a clean, properly organized, safe, and healthy environment for all personnel.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Import operational experience in international transportation, preferably with an international freight forwarder.
• Knowledge in all facets of air and ocean imports.
• Knowledge of applicable state, federal and international laws and…