Job Description

A global freight forwarding company near the Chicago O'Hare International Airport is urgently seeking a motivated individual with a strong interest in international logistics coordination. This role involves air and ocean freight export logistics operations , coordinating shipments, and ensuring smooth international freight movement. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, comfortable working with numbers, and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-cultural work environment. This is a temporary - contract, full-time (Non-Exempt) position with a benefit package.

Responsibilities

• Track export freights and maintain accurate records to manage air and ocean freight shipments, ensuring timely and efficient delivery
• Perform B2B - Business to Business customer service roles for processing customers' global freights
• Prepare and process all required documents of export freights
• Support the operations department personnel in various roles and responsibilities regarding global logistics strategies
• Analyze transport costs and prepare quotes for invoicing
• Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, and customer issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• Must be proficient in MS Excel with excellent Data Entry skills
• Associate's Degree or higher. Prefers degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, and other related field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with numbers
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Organized, multi-tasks, and goal-oriented
• Ability to work a fast-paced, multicultural work environment
• Previous office work experience including internship (Preferred)
• This position involves working in a warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 30 pounds.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

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