Job Description

A well-regarded leader in global logistics for the cruise, marine, and hospitality sectors is looking for an Import/Export Specialist to join the team in Opa-Locka, FL. From air, sea, and road freight to customs clearance and warehousing, they handle every shipment with precision and speed. As an Import/Export Specialist, you'll be the operational engine behind that promise, managing international shipments, ensuring compliance, and keeping complex logistics running smoothly. Whether you specialize in imports or exports, you'll own your lane from end to end: tracking cargo, processing documentation, communicating with partners worldwide, and solving problems before they even reach the dock. The right candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in accuracy, and understands that logistics success is built on details, deadlines, and dedication.


Import/Export Specialist Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day import or export operations from booking to delivery, ensuring all shipments meet deadlines and compliance standards
• Verify and process shipping documentation, customs entries, tariffs, and regulatory paperwork
• Coordinate with international agents, suppliers, and freight forwarders to track cargo movement and resolve discrepancies
• Update and maintain shipment data, milestones, and billing details within CargoWise
• Monitor costs and communicate charge updates to the finance team
• Respond to client inquiries with professionalism, urgency, and a problem-solving mindset
• Identify process improvements to enhance operational efficiency
• Support and train junior team members in documentation, compliance, and reporting best practices

Import/Export Specialist Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics, import/export, or port operations
• Strong understanding of import/export regulations, tariffs, and documentation
• Proficiency in logistics software
• CargoWise experience strongly preferred
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Strong communication and client service skills under pressure
• Ability to work up to 50 hours per week, including limited weekend coverage when shipments demand it
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
• Experience in cruise industry logistics or similar specialized supply chains is a plus

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health insurance with no waiting period
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO that increases with tenure
• Tight-knit, family-style="">#LI-IR1

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