Ocean Cargo Agent

PROMAN Staffing has partnered with a provider of Logistic Solutions and comprehensive transportation services to hire an Ocean Cargo Agent

Ocean Cargo Agent Job Description
$25.00 per hour
Ocean Cargo Agent
•Identify, organize and coordinate customer shipping requirements
•Accurately and efficiently prepare documents for ocean export shipments; and import documents for distribution to Brokerage Operations and/or customers' Brokers
•Accurately and timely prepare invoices; and all required AS-400 database entries
•Effectively coordinate pickup and delivery orders with steamship, trucking, rail and warehouse companies
•Provide professional, timely, and high-quality customer service through daily communication with customers via phone and email
•Communicate effectively with internal departments, other regional branches and offices, and all external contacts; Interact professionally with co-workers and others at all times
•Effectively interface and consult with the Customs Brokerage Department to obtain technical guidance for regulatory compliance purposes as required by agencies including the EAR and U.S. Customs
•Provide rates to internal and external customers, direct contact with customers
•Perform specific and assigned operations and administrative tasks in order to provide high-quality customer service while meeting the Company's goals
Ocean Cargo Agent Qualifications
•High School Diploma or GED
•Experience in FCL / LCL Ocean Cargo logistics and documentation preferred
•2 years' Freight Forwarding industry experience in Ocean Operations preferred
•Experience with steamship lines' Bill of Lading and INCO terms preferred
•Basic PC skills - MS Word, Excel, Lotus Notes, AS400 knowledge
•Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications

Compensation: $25.00 per hour
Basic weekly hours: 40 hours per week

• Experience: Between 2 years and 5 years

• No certificate required

PROMAN Staffing's goal is to create a great talent experience to ensure successful employment for our employees to reach their full potential. We believe in connecting great employees with great companies for a safe & world-class experience for both.