Import Agent in New York

SUMMARY

Receives inbound freight shipments from points of origin by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Receives freight, documentation and waybilling; assesses charges; and collects fees for shipments.

Opens a file on the dedicated software system for each shipment received.

Responds to inquiries by fax, e-mail or telephone.

Negotiates with domestic customers, as intermediary for foreign customers, to resolve problems and arrive at mutual agreements.

Examines invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations.

Contacts customs officials to affect release of incoming freight and resolve customs delays.

Itemizes charges, prepares freight bills, accepts payments and issues refunds.

Notifies consignees of delays in departure of...

We have an exciting opportunity for an Import Agent Specialist to coordinate the movement of our customers import shipments. You will be the main point of contact for coordination between customers shipment imports, customs brokers, and shipping carriers.

The Position:

Were looking for a full-time Import Agent Specialist with experience in Freight Forwarding and Customer Service.

• Negotiates with domestic customers, as intermediary for foreign customers, to resolve problems and arrive at mutual agreements.
• Open a file on the dedicated software system for each shipment received. Examines invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations. Contacts customs officials to affect release of incoming freight and resolve customs delays.
• Receive freight, documentation and waybilling; assesses charges; and collects fees for shipments.

Requirements

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