Job Title:  Air Export Specialist
Job Location: San Francisco, CA

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services.  Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html 

As an Air Export Specialist, you will be responsible for the movement of our customer’s air export shipments.  You will coordinate and be the main point of contact for our outbound Air Export shipments from initial customer contact to final destination. 

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and ensure timely bookings with airline on customer behalf Prepares export documentation, including entry into computer operations program, in accordance to country requirements Preparation of Certificate of Origin, Cargo Manifest, NAFTA Certificate, AWB, ITAR, Hazardous Material, Perishable, and any other documents required by the customer Compliant filing of AES (automated export system) with US customs  Responsible for timely completion of export documents and coordinate with both customer,  warehouse, airlines, gateway operations, and dispatch for timely movement of cargo Ongoing communication with customer and overseas offices in regards to shipment movement Follow-up with airline to keep track of departure information and updates Responsible for file level profitabilityAudit charges for accuracy prior to sending to accounting for payment Confirm payment responsibility (depending on terms) and audit credit status if needed Ensure customer profiles are accurate and updated 

Skills / Requirements:

Exceptional customer service skillsDetail oriented and strong follow-up skillsProficient with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferredMinimum of 2 years of Logistics / Freight forwarding industry experience preferredLogis Air / Cargo Wise systems knowledge is a plus

Pay Rate: $32.00 / hour – per local CBA (Union position)

Benefits: (All non-union employees)

Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group’s success as shareholders.Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.Holiday / Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of the DHL Group the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

 

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization:

DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.

 

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