Export Specialist

JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, the coordination of purchase orders and customized management services.

We are looking for an export specialist for our Branch in Genova.

The role of the export specialist is to facilitate the movement of products/equipment/ materials out of the country, via ocean or air freight, in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, and to comply with relevant local, country and international laws and processes. In addition, this role provides customer service with regard to: bookings, rates, document production, accounting, agent interaction and problem solving.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepare and coordinate the necessary documentation for the efficient, cost-effective and lawful execution of all export activities

Coordinate cargo pick up/transfer and monitor status

Communicate with export related authorities, customers and suppliers, in all relevant territories and countries, to ensure efficient, positive and lawful relations, support and activities

Obtain spot rates when necessary

Communicate/correspond with overseas agents and clients in a timely manner, to include: pre-alerts, rate requests, shipment status, etc.

Track shipments and update customers/agents of status

Create and maintain customer files

Create customer invoice and approve payables

Audit files to ensure accuracy and completion

Ensure accurate data entry and document upload into the system

Assist other departments/divisions as needed, or when requested by department or branch manager

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent organizational skills

Detail oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines

Ethical and team player

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required

Fluency in English required, additional languages preferred

Experience in freight forwarding industry preferred

JAS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

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