Specialist Ocean Freight Export

Introduction Move the world with us! AIT is a global freight forwarding company that has offices all around the world. Are you looking for a fast-paced, exciting and dynamic job? Then you are a perfect fit for our company! Join our team, be part of the international supply chain and move the world with us!If that sounds interesting, then make AIT Worldwide Logistics the next stop on your career ladder!OverviewAs an Ocean Export Operations Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and timely export of shipments for our valued customers. This position offers a dynamic blend of operational responsibility, customer interaction, and compliance expertise in a fast-paced, international environment.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and ensure timely export shipment processingOptimize and document operational procedures and workflowsProvide expert support and consultation to customersManage customs clearance and related documentationCommunicate with customers, agents, and service providersPrepare and follow up on quotations; conduct sales negotiationsProcess and secure customer invoicesMonitor deadlines and ensure accurate invoicingPrepare Letters of Credit, Bills of Lading, delivery notes, customs documents, etc.Handle Dangerous Goods shipments in full compliance with applicable regulationsQualificationsCompleted commercial apprenticeship in international forwardingEducation in business administrationProfessional experience in international freight forwardingFluent Germany and English (spoken and written); additional European languages are a plusQuick comprehension and a precise, reliable working styleIndependent, efficient, and accurate work ethicEnthusiastic team player with a proactive mindsetAbout AIT WorldwideAIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarding company headquartered in Chicago USA. For more than 40 years, customers have relied on AIT as an industry leader for supply chain solutions with a consultative approach, a global network and trusted partners in ( virtually ) every industry. These include aviation, automotive, consumer retail, food, government, healthcare, high-tech, industrial and life sciences. Backed by sustainable , user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model enables customized door-to-door deliveries by sea, air, land and rail - on time and on budget. With experienced teammates, in more than 100 global locations across Asia , Europe, and North America, AIT offers full-service options , from customs brokerage and warehouse management to all- round worry-free services .What AIT Can Offer YouIn addition to a competitive salary and benefits package , we offer great programs for our employees . For example, everyone at AIT can participate in five hours of volunteer work each year to support a worthy cause.