Import-Export Logistics Coordinator

Americold Logistics • Baytown, TX

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About The Position

The position involves coordinating import, export, customs, and shipping activities for the department. The individual will track containers in the port system, document vessel delays, and verify per diem in Container History. They will also coordinate fumigation with the USDA and other agencies, track cold treatments, and act as a liaison with customs brokers. The role requires preparing import-export documentation and maintaining detailed logs of inspections and treatments.

Requirements

• Three (3) years warehouse and/or shipping/receiving experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in reporting tools such as Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience in the food industry, warehousing, or transportation industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USDA regulations and working with government agencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge in an Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system.
• Ability to learn and be proficient in various Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) such as JDA and GLS.

Responsibilities

• Tracks containers in the port system by logging on to the Port Authority tracking system.
• Documents any vessel delays, ‘Full-Out/Empty-In' container tracking, and verifies per diem in Container History.
• Coordinates fumigation with USDA and other agencies by communicating daily inspection needs and providing required documentation.
• Tracks cold re-treatment or continuation of cold treatment with USDA and internally, investigates variances, and resolves or reports to appropriate individuals.
• Coordinates inspections with CBP.
• Acts as a liaison with customs brokers to arrange container deliveries and empty container pick-ups.
• Prepares import-export documentation as needed for government agencies.
• Keeps detailed logs of fumigation, CBP inspections, and cold treatments.
• Creates container documentation for operations and billing as needed or as requested.
• Performs other duties as needed or as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: High school or GED