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Air & Ocean Specialist

Location Houston
Type Permanent
Sector Air & Ocean Operations
Closing Date 18/08/2026

Air & Ocean Import/Export Specialist

International Freight Forwarding & Logistics

We are seeking an Air & Ocean Import/Export Specialist to support international freight forwarding operations across air freight, ocean freight, import coordination, and export execution.

This position is responsible for managing shipments from origin through final delivery while ensuring compliance, operational accuracy, and consistent communication across customers, carriers, overseas agents, and internal teams.

The role requires experience within international freight forwarding operations across both import and export cargo movements.

Core Industry Experience

  • Freight Forwarding
  • Air Freight
  • Ocean Freight
  • Import Operations
  • Export Operations
  • International Logistics
  • Customs Documentation
  • Shipment Coordination
  • CargoWise
  • Air Export
  • Air Import
  • Ocean Export
  • Ocean Import
  • AES Filing
  • Bills of Lading
  • Routing Coordination
  • Supply Chain Operations
  • Incoterms
  • Multimodal Transportation
  • Global Trade

What You’ll Handle

  • Coordinate international air and ocean import/export shipments from booking through final delivery
  • Manage shipment documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and export filings
  • Coordinate with airlines, ocean carriers, customs brokers, truckers, warehouses, and overseas agents
  • Track shipment milestones and maintain accurate shipment visibility within internal systems
  • Ensure compliance across import/export procedures, customs requirements, and customer instructions
  • Communicate directly with customers regarding shipment updates, transit timelines, and operational issues
  • Support routing, booking management, and freight cost coordination
  • Monitor shipment exceptions and resolve operational delays proactively
  • Maintain accurate operational records within CargoWise and related systems
  • Support high-volume freight forwarding operations across multiple trade lanes

What Matters

  • 2+ years of experience within freight forwarding or international logistics operations
  • Experience handling air freight and ocean freight shipments across imports and exports
  • Understanding of shipping documentation, customs coordination, and Incoterms
  • CargoWise experience preferred
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to manage deadlines within a shipment-driven environment
  • Strong communication and customer service capability
  • Experience working with carriers, overseas agents, and logistics providers

The Environment

This position supports an international freight forwarding operation handling import and export cargo across global trade lanes.

The role works closely with customers, carriers, customs brokers, and overseas offices to ensure accurate and timely shipment execution.

Success in this position depends on organization, communication, operational accuracy, and responsiveness.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
  • Long-term progression within international freight forwarding and logistics operations

Apply Confidentially

Qualified professionals with freight forwarding or international logistics operations experience are encouraged to apply directly or confidentially express interest.

All inquiries are handled with strict discretion.

Closing Date 18/08/2026
Job Contact
Name Lewis Wilson
Email lewis.wilson@altius-talent.com
Job Ref. 4074
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