JAS

JAS

Import Operations Specialist

United States of America, Massachusetts, Boston

Sponsorship not specified$29k-$34kDetected 8 days ago
SAPValuationSupply ChainLogisticsCustomer SupportCommunicationProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeFreight Forwarding

About the role

  • JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company.
  • The Import Operations Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing air and ocean import shipments while supporting customs brokerage activities and customs entry processing.
  • This role ensures the timely movement and clearance of freight, compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, and delivery of exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage the full lifecycle of air and ocean import shipments from origin through final delivery.
  • Prepare, review, and process import documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, arrival notices, and customs-related documents.
  • Dispatch freight for delivery and maintain communication with transportation providers to ensure timely movement of cargo.
  • Support audits, compliance initiatives, and documentation updates, including participation in ISO and internal quality audits.
  • Provide responsive customer service and develop strong working relationships with customers and internal teams.
  • Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of air and ocean import processes and U.S. import regulations.
  • Strong understanding of customs entry processing, classification principles, CBP requirements, and government agency regulations.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Three or more years of experience in import operations, customs brokerage, customs entry processing, or freight forwarding.
  • Experience handling the full lifecycle of import shipments (air and/or ocean).
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach with arms and hands, and communicate effectively.
  • The employee may frequently be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 25 pounds.
  • The position requires the ability to work in a fluid, fast-paced environment.
  • The incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different duties from those outlined above.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in import operations, customs entry processing, customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or a combination of education and related experience.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  • Education and Experience

Nice to have

  • Experience working with CBP and Other Government Agencies (OGA) preferred.
  • Experience working in CargoWise One (C1) preferred.
  • Knowledge of Importer Security Filing (ISF), Incoterms, and U.S. Customs regulations preferred.
  • Experience with financial and reporting systems such as SAP, Cognos, or similar platforms preferred.

Compensation

  • For this position, the hourly pay range is $28.84 - $33.65 / HR, depending on qualifications and experience.

Company info

  • Communicate with customers regarding shipment status, delays, customs clearance requirements, and delivery updates.
  • Investigate, resolve, and communicate operational, customs, or clearance issues with customers, carriers, CBP, and internal stakeholders.
  • Reconcile billing discrepancies and resolve payable issues by working with vendors, carriers, customers, and overseas offices.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confi

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