Air Import Operations Agent II

Overview

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking an  Air Import Agent II that will coordinate the day-to-day import of international freight forwarding shipments into and out of the USA across all modes of international transportation based on customer requests. The  Air Import Agent’s  primary focus is providing a high-level of operational excellence and a world-class customer service experience to all customers.

Responsibilities

• Receive and validate customer order (Cargowise Org, Credit, Import POA, Restricted Commodities, Cargo Value, Embargoes / Sanctions, Additional Services, Documentation Requirements, Incoterms)
• Identify best routing / transit option per customer request / SOP
• Anticipate and secure quotation from vendors / agents for all potential order costs
• Issue customer or overseas office / agent quotation & confirm acceptance
• Receive and validate customer documents
• Track and confirm flight arrival and update system milestone
• Issue Arrival Notice and distribute per customer requirement
• Dispatch inland carriage with subcontractor if applicable
• Track and confirm shipment arrival to final cfs (if applicable)
• Obtain Pick Up # from Carrier & forwarded to relevant parties (if applicable)
• Confirm timely delivery / release of cargo and update system milestone
• Accrue for all costs in CargoWise and perform initial profitability check
• Confirm final costs, ensuring all are accrued and final profitability check complete
• Issue Invoice to customer / overseas office as required
• Distribute documents as per shipper requirement / SOP
• Manage customer reporting and / or additional system milestones as required
• The wage range for this position is $. - $. and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Qualifications

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What AIT Can Offer You

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and / or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support program, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, (k) and Tuition Reimbursement for your personal development. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to to days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide

About AIT Worldwide Logistics :

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps its customers grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and / or procure raw materials, components, and finished goods. For more than years, the America’s-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, food, government, healthcare, high-tech, industrial and life sciences. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground, and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than worldwide locations in Asia, Europe, India, and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services. Learn more about AIT Worldwide Logistics, our culture and core values in action .

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M / F / Veterans / Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 0 ext 8.