Ocean Export Specialist

Location: Valley Stream, NY

Company/Industry: Well-established freight forwarder

Schedule: On-site, Mon-FriSalary: $60,000 - $75,000, depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate

Type: Direct hire with benefits

Responsibilities: File NVOCC rates with Head Office Ocean Division. Maintain NVOCC rate book for the Branch office. Negotiate rate and space requirements with the steamship lines to obtain competitive rates for the Branch office. Make bookings with steamship lines. Arrange truck/rail movement of freight for shipper's location to sea ports. Input ocean bill of lading into the computer system. Prepare L/C documents per shipper's request. Complete all Department of Commerce documentation for the exporting of freight out of the U.S.Notify shippers of movement of freight by tracking and tracking shipments. Reply to overseas requests. Ensure that all shipments comply with FMC regulations. Perform other duties as requested by management. Qualification Standards

Education & Experience: Minimum requirement High School diploma or GED.At least 2 years' experience working in ocean operations. Ability to use basic math skills to calculate freight, storage and other charges. Expertise in international freight forwarding operations. Excellent understanding of U.S. FMC regulations. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to motivate others. Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 All compensation and pay rates are dependent upon skills and experience. PrideStaff is an equal opportunity employer.