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Ocean Import Agent
Ocean Import Agent-March 2024
Nashville
Mar 28, 2026
About Ocean Import Agent

  Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

  Our Mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

  Scope of Position

  Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Ocean Import Department.

  Major Duties and Responsibilities

  Operations/Industry Knowledge

  Customer Service

  Vendor Relations

  Procedure and Productivity Standards Adherence

  Accounting

  Accurate and Timely Billing

  Self Development

  Understand department process flow, looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity

  Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)

  Escalation of problems to Management when necessary

  Bachelor's degree preferred.

  6 months experience in Ocean Import

  Effective interpersonal skills.

  Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

  Attention to Detail

  Fluent in English

  Reporting Structure

  Ocean Import Lead Agent, Supervisor and ManagerPlease note, this opportunity does not sponsor work visas and has no relocation assistance. It is an in-person position.

  Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

  Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time

  Health Plan: Medical

  Life Insurance

  Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  Training and Personnel Development Program

  Growth opportunities within the company

  Employee Referral Program Bonus

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