Freight Forwarder – Government & Defense
Job in
Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22070, USA
Listed on 2026-08-16
Listing for:
Jobtailor
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Transportation & Logistics, Transportation Manager, Freight, Dispatcher
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Manage the importation of goods by air, including customs clearance and delivery to the final destination
- Communicate with airlines, customs agents, and trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of goods
- Track shipments and provide updates to customers as needed
- Prepare and submit required documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other relevant paperwork
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including customs regulations and trade laws
- Manage relationships with customers and provide exceptional customer service
- Prior experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or a related field is preferred
- Experience in air imports as well as the government and defense sectors is highly desirable
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as calculating costs and rates
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of air freight logistics and customs regulations
- Understanding of trade laws and regulations
- Fluency in English is required
- Knowledge of additional languages is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with logistics software and systems is preferred
Demonstrates expertise in air freight logistics, customs regulations, and trade laws while providing exceptional customer service and managing relationships with clients. Proficient in tracking shipments, preparing documentation, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Highest-signal resume keywords- Air Freight Logistics
- Customs Regulations
- Trade Laws
- Logistics Software
- Customer Service
- Freight Forwarding
- Customs Clearance
- Mathematical Calculations
- Documentation Preparation
- Shipment Tracking
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Air Imports
- Government Sector
- Defense Sector
- Compliance
- Regulations
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Logistics Software
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