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Specialist Air Freight Import​/Export

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
  • Supply Chain/Logistics
    Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Freight, Import Export, Logistics Coordination
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Introduction

Move the world with us!

AIT is a global freight forwarding and logistics company headquartered in Chicago. Are you looking for an exciting and varied job? Then you are exactly right for us! Become part of the international supply chain and move the world with us!

Does that sound interesting? Then make AIT Worldwide Logistics the next stop on your career ladder!

Overview

As Specialist Air Freight you will handle order processing and shipment registration, while organizing freight and customs handling activities, including import/export control. You will prepare and monitor offers, ensure accurate customer billing, and manage special orders as well as complaints. You will support and advise customers and agents, prepare delivery bills and customs documentation, and monitor deadlines to secure timely execution.

In addition, you will maintain performance statistics, document and optimize workflows, support supervisors in various projects, and manage documentation, filing, and general administrative tasks.

Responsibilities
  • Order processing and shipment registration
  • Organization of freight and customs handling, as well as import/export control
  • Preparation and monitoring of offers
  • Ensuring and processing billing to customers
  • Processing of special orders, as well as complaints
  • Supporting and advising the customers and agents
  • Preparation of delivery bills, customs documents, etc.
  • Monitoring appointments
  • Maintenance of statistics for performance measurement and as a basis for accounting
  • Documentation and optimization of workflows
  • Support of supervisors in projects
  • Documentation and filing of files
  • Performing general administrative tasks
Qualifications
  • Ideally 2 years of experience in air freight forwarding in an international environment
  • In‑depth knowledge of customs procedures and air transport regulations
  • Proficiency in Czech and English, both written and spoken
  • Ability to work independently, with strong attention to detail and the capacity to manage priorities in a dynamic setting
  • Comfortable using freight forwarding software and the MS Office Suite
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Knowledge of Cargo Wise software would be an advantage
About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine.

Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

What AIT Can Offer You

We believe in rewarding your contribution and supporting your everyday well‑being. In addition to a competitive compensation package, you’ll benefit from:

  • Meal vouchers worth CZK 190 per working day, with 55% (CZK 104.50) subsidized by AIT
  • Monthly loading of the allowance onto an Edenred meal card, credited in the following month for the previous month worked
  • Five paid volunteer hours per year, giving you the opportunity to give back to the community
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