Position Summary
The International Operations Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of international import/export freight shipments and for knowledge of, and ensuring compliance with, global trade regulations. This role supports carrier, client, and agent relationships and plays a key part in negotiating competitive freight rates and ensuring smooth logistical operations from origin to final destination.
Key Responsibilities
· Coordinate all freight import and export operations: quotations, bookings, documentation, shipment tracking, billing.
· Issue airway bills, bills of lading and any other requisite shipping and/or transport documentation, and invoices; maintain all shipment records.
· Communicate with airline, shipping, rail and/or trucking companies, vendors, warehouses, customers and agents.
· Verify weights/dimensions of cargo and resolve discrepancies.
· Advise clients on transport options, insurance, delivery terms, freight costs, compliance, and payments.
· Negotiate spot rates with all carriers and other logistics providers.
· Ensure compliance with regulations involving hazardous goods, export controls, and licensing.
· Maintain monthly operations and performance reports.
· Review and verify vendor invoices before submission to accounting.
· Accurately enter data into company logistics software (invoices, AWBs, shipment documentation).
· Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, agents, and partners.
Preferred Qualifications
· Two (2) years of experience in international freight forwarding is preferred, to include import/export air, ocean and ground freight transport.
· Knowledge and experience with IATA regulations – a current license or certification is preferred.
· Knowledge of global logistics, customs, and international compliance standards.
Work Schedule
· Monday to Friday (8-hour shift)
Sovana Global Logistics (SGL) is always looking for qualified people to join our team. We offer you the opportunity to be a part of a rapidly expanding supply chain services and integrated solutions organization. Join a team that earns client loyalty and cherishes long-term relationships by optimizing each of our clients’ supply chains.
We offer a competitive compensation program, benefits package and a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
Sovana Global Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No qualified applicant’s consideration for employment will be limited or excluded because of his or her race, color, national origin, age, religion/creed, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law.
SGL Professionals share a common commitment to ethics, integrity, professionalism, and quality.
Our personnel are known for their expertise, their steadiness under pressure, and their abilities to work well in international environments.
SGL relies on a set of universal principles that guide the execution of our service offering programs:
Uncompromising commitment to quality people producing results within the highest ethical framework.
Total responsiveness to customer requirements and direction within the highest ethical framework.
Dedicated SGL team members stay on site until mission completion.
Frequent quality control checks built into each project; civilian or military.
Strict adherence to all government laws, policies and licenses in letter and intent.
Benefits
Matching 401k with a highly competitive company match
Paid time off (vacation, personal days and holidays)
Health Insurance
Dental and Vision (optional)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
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