(USA) Air Export Agent

Morrison Express•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Air Export Agent will be responsible for documenting exports by preparing necessary bills of lading, export declarations, certificates of origin, and related documents. This role requires maintaining quality results by adhering to export standards, procedures, and regulations. The agent will merge carriers’ flight schedules into customers’ product delivery activities, generate freight transfers with appropriate documentation, and originate documentation with shippers’ Letter of Instruction (SLI) and/or Letter of Credit. Key responsibilities include ensuring accuracy of shipper/consignee information, calculations of weight, volume, dimensions, and charges, and verifying third-party documents. The agent will communicate closely with customers and carriers on shipment status, work with field sales staff to promptly respond to customer needs, and supply sufficient documentation to verify airline/trucking invoices before payment approval. Effective application of up-to-date records on tariff/contract rates and close collaboration with warehouse personnel are also essential. The role involves suggesting and implementing corrective actions for any issues that arise and keeping current with Hazardous Material license/certification. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

One to two years’ experience in Air Export processes and procedures.
Knowledge of carrier contracts and tariffs and federal and state government carrier regulations.
Knowledge of export licenses and Carnet procedures.
Attention to detail, deadline-oriented, dependable, persistence, time management, independent, documentation skills, scheduling and reporting skills.
Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and vendors.
Proven ability to suggest and implement corrective actions in case of issues that may arise.
Excellent organization, analytical, written, and oral communications skills.
Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, while exercising sound judgement.
Ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex problems.
Must be a confident self-starter who can develop effective business relationships, both internally and externally.
Candidates must be self-motivated, customer service oriented, and eager to ensure the success of the team.
Ability to function independently, with minimal supervision, and thrive within a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
Excellent computer knowledge, advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Some college or AA degree from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

Document exports by preparing bills of lading, export declarations, certificates of origin and related documents.
Maintain quality results by following export standards, procedures and regulations.
Merge carriers’ flight schedules into customers’ product delivery activities.
Generate freight transfer and support with appropriate documentation.
Originate documentation with shippers’ Letter of Instruction (SLI) and/or Letter of Credit for accuracy of a) shipper/consignee marks and numbers; b) calculations of weight, volume, dimensions, inland cartage and freight charges/goods description/clauses and delivery terms, and check Third Party documents for correctness.
Communicate closely with customers and carriers on status of shipment.
Work closely with field sales staff in order to respond promptly to customers’ needs.
Supply sufficient documentation that will accurately verify all airline/trucking invoices before payment approval.
Effectively apply up-to-date records on tariff/contract rates provided by available carriers, airlines, oceanic, inland/interstate trucking, etc.
Work closely with warehouse personnel in performing combined duties.
Suggest and implement corrective action in case of issues that may arise.
Keep current with Hazardous Material license/certification.
Perform other duties that may be assigned by the management.