(USA) Air Export Agent
Role & Responsibilities:
- Document exports by preparing bills of lading, export declarations, certificates of origin and related documents.
- Maintain quality results by following export standards, procedures and regulations.
- Merge carriers’ flight schedules into customers’ product delivery activities.
- Generate freight transfer and support with appropriate documentation.
- Originate documentation with shippers’ Letter of Instruction (SLI) and/or Letter of Credit
for accuracy of a) shipper/consignee marks and numbers; b) calculations of weight, volume, dimensions, inland cartage and freight charges/goods description/clauses and delivery terms, and check Third Party documents for correctness. - Communicate closely with customers and carriers on status of shipment.
- Work closely with field sales staff in order to respond promptly to customers’ needs.
- Supply sufficient documentation that will accurately verify all airline/trucking invoices
before payment approval. - Effectively apply up-to-date records on tariff/contract rates provided by available carriers, airlines, oceanic, inland/interstate trucking, etc.
- Work closely with warehouse personnel in performing combined duties.
- Suggest and implement corrective action in case of issues that may arise.
- Keep current with Hazardous Material license/certification.
- Perform other duties that may be assigned by the management.
Qualifications:
- Some college or AA degree from an accredited college.
- One to two years’ experience in Air Export processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of carrier contracts and tariffs and federal and state government carrier regulations.
- Knowledge of export licenses and Carnet procedures.
- Attention to detail, deadline-oriented, dependable, persistence, time management, independent, documentation skills, scheduling and reporting skills.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and vendors.
- Proven ability to suggest and implement corrective actions in case of issues that may arise.
- Excellent organization, analytical, written, and oral communications skills.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, while exercising sound judgement.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex problems.
- Must be a confident self-starter who can develop effective business relationships, both internally and externally.
- Candidates must be self-motivated, customer service oriented, and eager to ensure the success of the team.
- Ability to function independently, with minimal supervision, and thrive within a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
- Excellent computer knowledge, advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
MEC values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive and elaborate Benefits Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Sick, Holidays, and Vacation. MEC reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to this position you understand that this specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualifications and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.