What are the responsibilities and job description for the International Operations Specialist position at Sovana Global Logistics?
Benefits:
The International Operations Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of international import/export freight shipments and for knowledge of, and ensuring compliance with, global trade regulations. This role supports carrier, client, and agent relationships and plays a key part in negotiating competitive freight rates and ensuring smooth logistical operations from origin to final destination.
Key Responsibilities
- FSA
- 401(k)
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- Training & development
The International Operations Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of international import/export freight shipments and for knowledge of, and ensuring compliance with, global trade regulations. This role supports carrier, client, and agent relationships and plays a key part in negotiating competitive freight rates and ensuring smooth logistical operations from origin to final destination.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate all freight import and export operations: quotations, bookings, documentation, shipment tracking, billing.
- Issue airway bills, bills of lading and any other requisite shipping and/or transport documentation, and invoices; maintain all shipment records.
- Communicate with airline, shipping, rail and/or trucking companies, vendors, warehouses, customers and agents.
- Verify weights/dimensions of cargo and resolve discrepancies.
- Advise clients on transport options, insurance, delivery terms, freight costs, compliance, and payments.
- Negotiate spot rates with all carriers and other logistics providers.
- Ensure compliance with regulations involving hazardous goods, export controls, and licensing.
- Maintain monthly operations and performance reports.
- Review and verify vendor invoices before submission to accounting.
- Accurately enter data into company logistics software (invoices, AWBs, shipment documentation).
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, agents, and partners.
- Two (2) years of experience in international freight forwarding is preferred, to include import/export air, ocean and ground freight transport.
- Knowledge and experience with IATA regulations – a current license or certification is preferred.
- Knowledge of global logistics, customs, and international compliance standards.
- Monday to Friday (8-hour shift)