Senior Import Specialist

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Senior Import Specialist for an import and logistics organization based in downtown Seattle, WA. This role is 100% onsite.

Are you energized by fast-paced global logistics? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where your ideas can directly improve processes? Are you excited by the challenge of managing complex, time-sensitive shipments? If so, this role may be a strong match for you.

The Senior Import Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of all inbound perishable and refrigerated shipments. This position supports cross-team collaboration, import compliance, and efficient logistics operations within a fast-paced environment. The role offers the opportunity to join a highly collaborative team undergoing growth and process improvements.

• Competitive base salary of 100k
• Parking, commuting, or transit reimbursement
• Fully equipped workstation (laptop + necessary tools)
• Collaborative, family-style team culture with low red tape
• Opportunity for growth

• Manage and update import status for all inbound shipments in company systems
• Serve as the primary liaison with customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, and cold storage partners
• Oversee timely delivery of containers while mitigating risks such as demurrage and detention
• Coordinate container disposition and ensure efficient delivery to cold storage partners
• Ensure compliance with import regulations, company security initiatives, and C-TPAT standards
• Review and interpret international shipping documentation and stay current on changing import requirements

• Knowledge of U.S. Customs, FDA regulations, import compliance, and seafood‑specific import requirements
• Experience working with international freight, containerized shipping, and refrigerated/perishable cargo
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; experience with customs filing software preferred
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; able to work collaboratively with internal and external partners

• Standard business hours with a supportive, collaborative team environment
• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the employer

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here.

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