Airfreight Export Position
Robert HalfWe are looking for a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to support airfreight export operations for a logistics organization in Torrance, California. This Long-term Contract position will manage shipment activity from initial booking through final confirmation, ensuring each export move is handled accurately, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations. The ideal candidate will work clo
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sely with clients, carriers, and internal teams to keep cargo moving smoothly while maintaining high documentation and service standards.Responsibilities:• Coordinate export bookings by reviewing shipment requests, securing space with carriers, and selecting appropriate routing based on operational requirements and pricing accuracy.• Track freight throughout the export lifecycle and provide timely updates to customers, origin teams, destination partners, and service providers regarding status, handling needs, and delivery timelines.• Prepare, review, and finalize export paperwork, confirming all documents are complete, accurate, and compliant before cargo moves.• Follow customer-specific instructions and internal operating standards to ensure transactions are processed correctly from booking through shipment confirmation.• Develop strong working relationships with customers, overseas agents, partner offices, and vendors to support reliable service and effective issue resolution.• Identify shipment exceptions, operational concerns, or new service needs and escalate them to management for review and action.• Support specialized cargo movements or designated key accounts when needed, including shipments that require added coordination or careful handling.• Assist with cargo handling activities in certain locations, which may include loading or unloading freight, palletizing shipments, packaging goods, and completing warehouse-related tasks.• Maintain adherence to quality, compliance, and operational procedures across all export activities.