Air Import Specialist

Job Title: Air Import SpecialistJob Location: Philadelphia, PAAs an Air Import Specialist, you will be responsible for the movement of our customer's air import shipments. You will be the main point of contact for coordination between customer's shipment imports and shipping carriers.Key Responsibilities:Completes coordination between all applicable parties for all air import shipments for our customers; ensures timely bookings with airline on customer behalfPrepares import documentation in accordance with country requirements as well as the preparation of Arrival Notice, Cargo Manifest, Delivery Order, Carriers BOL and any other documents required by the customerCompliant filing of 1F or Inbond 7512 and arrivals for import customs ACE requirementsResponsible for timely completion of import documents and coordinate with both customer and/or warehouse for timely delivery of cargoCommunicates regularly with customer in regard to customer's shipment status as well as continuous communication with overseas to meet delivery commitments; follow-up with airline to monitor and track departure and arrival information and updatesEnsures invoicing of rendered services is completed accurately and, in a timeframe, consistent with company policy. This includes responsibility of file finances and profitabilityEnsure customer profiles are accurate and updatedMeet all global KPI's assignedSkills / Requirements:1+ year experience in the transportation, logistics, or freight forwarding industry; air import experience preferred but not requiredMust be 18 years of age or olderExceptional customer service and communication skillsDetail oriented and strong follow-up skillsProficient with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Cargo Wise systems knowledge is a plusPay Range: $32.21/hr. in accordance with the CBABenefits (All Non-Union Employees)Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees' growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success.Be part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: DHL Careers.Equal Opportunity EmployerDHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Work AuthorizationApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.#LI-RL2","title