Air and Ocean Import Operations

Röhlig Logistics•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented professional to join our Air and Ocean Import team, playing a key role in managing international shipments and ensuring seamless end-to-end operations. At Röhlig, you’ll help create tailor-made solutions that move the world forward. As a global, family-owned company founded in Bremen, Germany in 1852, we’ve built our reputation on reliability and trusted partnerships. Join our international team of more than 2,700 colleagues across 35+ countries and collaborate on exciting projects for customers around the world. You’ll work in a supportive, trust-based, and collaborative environment that values open communication and empowers you to share your ideas and grow professionally. At Röhlig, we’re committed to helping you build a long-term career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance — because we believe success is best achieved together.

Requirements

High school graduate and qualification preferred
Has knowledge of related computer applications
Familiarity with freight forwarding procedures
Globally aware of countries and where they are located
Up to two years of previous related experience required
Excellent customer services & communication skills
Above average administration skills
Attention to detail
Excellent time management
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Resilient
Customer focused
Shows initiative and drive

Responsibilities

Coordinating Operations with Air & Sea freight Imports
Timely processing of import air and sea documents including registration of shipments.
Communicates automation details to subcontractors for reporting to customs.
Monitors clearance and delivery of cargo within free storage/holding times.
Checks for special instructions on documents.
Invoice and collection of correct charges.
Authorizing delivery of air and sea freight.
Monitors availability, and in conjunction with subcontractors, ensures timely collection of cargo, check in to warehouse and reporting to customs.
Follow up on delivery with truckers
Approve freight invoices, credit notes and monitor transport waiting time costs.
Pay carrier local charges, and any other related costs upon arrival, to ensure storage is avoided and no added costs are incurred.
Prepare payment vouchers and write checks for authorization, and presentation.
Processes air and sea freight debtors & creditors in an expeditious manner by verification prior to handing over to accounts for payment.
Ensures the department (cost center) achieves its financial and quality objectives.
Keeps record of discrepancies via the Innovations and Incidents Management (IIM) to ensure compliance.