Air Export Specialist - Chicago, United States - Morrison Express

Morrison Express

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

2 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Role & Responsibilities:

Document exports by preparing bills of lading, export declarations, certificates of origin and

related documents.

Maintain quality results by following export standards, procedures and regulations.
Merge carriers' flight schedules into customers' product delivery activities.
Generate freight transfer and support with appropriate documentation.
Originate documentation with shippers' Letter of Instruction (SLI) and/or Letter of Credit

for accuracy of a) shipper/consignee marks and numbers; b) calculations of weight, volume,

dimensions, inland cartage and freight charges/goods description/clauses and delivery

terms, and check Third Party documents for correctness.

Communicate closely with customers and carriers on status of shipment.
Work closely with field sales staff in order to respond promptly to customers' needs.
Supply sufficient documentation that will accurately verify all airline/trucking invoices

before payment approval.
- airlines, oceanic, inland/interstate trucking, etc.

Work closely with warehouse personnel in performing combined duties.
Suggest and implement corrective action in case of issues that may arise.
Keep current with Hazardous Material license/certification.
Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Department Manager.

Qualifications:

Some college or AA degree from an accredited college.
One to two years' experience in Air Export processes and procedures.
Knowledge of carrier contracts and tariffs and federal and state government carrier

regulations.

Knowledge of export licenses and Carnet procedures.
Attention to detail, deadlineoriented, dependable, persistence, time management,

independent, documentation skills, scheduling and reporting skills.

Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and vendors.
Proven ability to suggest and implement corrective actions in case of issues that may arise.
Strong business acumen with a keen aptitude to quickly assimilate new information.
Excellent organization, analytical, written, and oral communications skills.
Strong time management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fastpaced environment, while exercising sound judgement.
Ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex problems.
Must be a confident selfstarter who can develop effective business relationships, both internally and externally.
Ability to function independently, with mínimal supervision, and thrive within a fastpaced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
Excellent computer knowledge, advanced Microsoft Office proficiency