JAS

Ocean Export Specialist

United States of America, South Carolina, Charleston

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago

Supply ChainLogisticsCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsFreight Forwarding

About the role

JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company.
SUMMARY: The Ocean Export Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end coordination of international ocean export shipments.
This role ensures all shipments are executed efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company procedures and global trade regulations.

Prepare and manage export documentation to ensure compliance with international regulations
Manage and update carrier rates; obtain spot quotes as needed
Process billing, verify payable charges, and support accurate invoicing
Maintain organized customer and shipment records
Enter and maintain shipment data within Cargowise (C1) system
Collaborate with internal teams to support overall branch and operational goals

3+ years 'experience handling ocean export shipments
Strong knowledge of export documentation, processes, and compliance requirements
Proven ability to coordinate shipments from origin through final delivery
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to feel and handle, reach with arms and hands, talk and hear.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stop, kneel and crouch, lift weight or exert a force up to a maximum of 25 pounds.
More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set forth above.
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
Where required by state law and/or city ordinance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Proactive problem-solving skills with a customer-focused approach
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

High School Diploma or GED required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred
Experience within the freight forwarding industry strongly preferred
Familiarity with CargoWise (C1) software is preferred
Geographic knowledge and understanding of global trade lanes are a plus
Additional language skills are a plus

Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, the coordination of purchase orders and customized management services.
Maintain effective communication with customers, overseas agents, carriers, and vendors

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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