Ocean Export Specialist

Location: Biella

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 Biella.

The role of the Ocean Export Specialist is to facilitate the movement of products/equipment/materials out of the country, via ocean, 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
Excellent communication skills
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
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
Minimum 3 years experience
Experience in freight forwarding industry preferred

Compensation range: 30.000€ - 40.000€

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.