HIRING IMMEDIATELY: AIR IMPORT AGENT IN GRAPEVINE, TX
Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for an Air Import Agent to join our team in Grapevine, TX. Responsible for coordinating and managing all activities related to international air import shipments. This includes communication with overseas agents and carriers, documentation handling, customs coordination, and ensuring timely cargo delivery. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced logistics environment. Candidates must also be flexible with scheduling, including availability on weekends as needed. Apply online and kickstart your career today!
Pay, Schedule, and Location
- Starting at $2o to $24/hour
- Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
- Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (some weekends and hours will vary)
- Located in Grapevine, TX
Key Responsibilities:
- Airport Transfer: Monitor flight ETAs and coordinate the transfer of cargo from the airport to designated warehouses. Work closely with vendors to ensure all required documentation is accurately prepared and submitted. Oversee the prompt and precise processing of terminal fees while maintaining detailed payment records.
- Import Coordination: Oversee the import process for assigned accounts, ensuring timely and efficient handling from customs clearance to final delivery. Issue arrival notices, coordinate with carriers, customs brokers, and internal teams to track shipments, and resolve any issues. Maintain accurate documentation and update systems to reflect shipment status. Communicate proactively with customers to provide updates and address any concerns.
- Dispatch: Manage the dispatch of goods from warehouses to final destinations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Coordinate with internal teams, trucking partners to schedule pickups, monitor transit status, and resolve any delivery issues. Verify PODs and maintain accurate delivery records for all shipments.
- Communication: Maintain consistent communication with customers and Key Account Managers regarding air import shipments. Provide timely status updates, address inquiries proactively, and escalate critical issues to management as needed. Collaborate with internal teams to implement effective solutions that minimize disruptions and uphold customer satisfaction.
- Billing: Prepare and process invoices for air import shipments, ensuring charges (freight, terminal, handling, etc.) are accurate. Ensure billing information aligns with shipment records for month-end closures.
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of Air Import (Freight forwarding) experience preferred, but not required
- Strong computer data entry skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Excellent communication skills via phone and email
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
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