Ocean Export Agent

Openwork • Houston, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Openwork is hiring an experienced Ocean Export Agent for a growing international logistics company in Houston. If you have freight forwarding experience and enjoy coordinating international shipments in a fast-paced environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team that values accuracy, customer service, and professional growth. We're looking for someone who can confidently manage ocean export shipments from booking through final departure while providing exceptional service to customers and overseas partners.

Requirements

• 3+ years of ocean freight forwarding or international logistics experience required.
• Experience managing ocean export shipments from booking through final departure.
• Strong knowledge of ocean export documentation and international shipping procedures.
• Working knowledge of Incoterms, FMC regulations, and export compliance.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience coordinating with carriers, overseas agents, warehouses, and transportation providers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and freight forwarding operating systems.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency.

Nice To Haves

• Freight forwarding industry experience.
• Experience working with Japan trade lanes and overseas offices.
• Knowledge of hazardous cargo procedures and international trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ocean export shipments from booking through vessel departure.
• Schedule freight bookings with ocean carriers and NVOCCs.
• Prepare and review export documentation, including Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Export Declarations, and Shipping Instructions.
• Track shipments and provide customers with timely updates.
• Coordinate with warehouses, trucking companies, steamship lines, terminals, overseas offices, and customers.
• Resolve shipment issues and communicate schedule changes proactively.
• Ensure compliance with export regulations, customer requirements, and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and support invoicing and shipment closeout.
• Work closely with internal teams, carriers, and international partners to ensure successful shipment execution.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life insurance.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
• AD&D Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed