Logistics Coordinator – Air & Ocean Import/Export

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Salary: Up to $65,000 DOE
Industry: International Freight Forwarding / Logistics

The Opportunity

We are working with a growing international freight forwarder in the Los Angeles market that is looking to add an experienced Logistics Coordinator – Air & Ocean Import/Export to its operations team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with hands-on freight forwarding experience who enjoys managing shipments from start to finish, communicating directly with customers and overseas partners, and taking ownership of their files.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate Air & Ocean Import and Export shipments from origin through final delivery
• Manage shipments throughout the full operational lifecycle
• Handle import and export documentation accurately and efficiently
• Coordinate bookings with airlines, steamship lines, truckers, warehouses, and overseas agents
• Track and trace shipments and provide proactive updates to customers
• Review shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and air waybills
• Coordinate customs clearance with internal brokerage teams and external customs brokers
• Arrange pickups, deliveries, and final-mile transportation
• Ensure shipments comply with relevant international shipping regulations and company procedures
• Handle rate requests, quotations, and shipment-related costs where required
• Resolve operational issues, delays, and exceptions quickly and professionally
• Maintain accurate shipment information within the company’s operating system
• Build strong relationships with customers, carriers, vendors, and international partners

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience within international freight forwarding
• Experience handling Air and/or Ocean Import & Export
• Strong understanding of international shipping documentation and freight processes
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confident working directly with customers, carriers, and overseas agents
• Ability to take ownership of shipments and solve problems independently
• Experience with freight forwarding operating systems is beneficial

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to $65,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to join a growing international freight forwarding operation
• Exposure across both Air and Ocean freight
• Long-term career development and progression
• Supportive, team-focused working environment

If you have experience within Air Freight, Ocean Freight, Imports, Exports, or international logistics and are looking for your next opportunity in the Los Angeles market, we’d be keen to speak with you.