International Logistics & Impport /Export Specialist - English / Spanish
Decoral System USAOverview International Logistics & Import/Export Specialist Decoral System USA Position Summary Decoral System USA is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced International Logistics & Import/Export Specialist to join our logistics and supply chain team. This position plays a key role in coordinating international shipments, managing import and export operations, ensuring customs and regulatory compliance, and optimizing freight transportation processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in international logistics, ocean freight, customs clearance, and coordination with freight forwarders, customs brokers, suppliers, and transportation providers. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential to ensuring efficient, timely, and cost-effective movement of goods across international borders. Key Responsibilities International Logistics & Freight Management Coordinate and manage daily import and export operations, ensuring timely and accurate shipment execution. Arrange and monitor international ocean, air, and ground freight shipments. Track shipments from origin to final destination, proactively addressing delays and transportation issues. Coordinate with international suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and domestic carriers. Request, evaluate, and compare freight quotations to optimize transportation costs and delivery schedules. Monitor container arrivals, customs clearance, port storage, demurrage, and detention charges to minimize unnecessary expenses. Customs Clearance & Trade Compliance Oversee customs clearance processes and ensure accurate preparation and submission of required import/export documentation. Prepare and verify commercial invoices, packing lists, Bills of Lading, certificates of origin, and other international shipping documents. Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements and applicable international trade regulations. Maintain accurate Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications and coordinate with customs brokers regarding tariffs, duties, and applicable trade requirements. Apply international shipping terms (Incoterms), including EXW, FOB, CIF, and DDP. Monitor changes in international trade regulations, customs procedures, and import/export requirements. Identify potential compliance risks and implement preventive measures. Operational Coordination & Reporting Collaborate with purchasing, warehouse, accounting, sales, and international suppliers to ensure efficient supply chain operations. Coordinate inbound shipments and deliveries to ensure proper warehouse receiving and inventory planning. Maintain organized shipment records, customs documentation, freight invoices, and regulatory compliance files. Utilize logistics management systems, ERP software, and Microsoft Excel to track shipments, analyze freight costs, and generate operational reports. Review and verify freight invoices, customs charges, and transportation expenses for accuracy. Identify opportunities to improve logistics procedures, reduce transportation costs, and increase operational efficiency. Prepare regular reports on shipment status, logistics expenses, and operational performance for management review. Qualifications & Experience Minimum 3 years of experience in international logistics, import/export operations, freight forwarding, or a related field. Demonstrated experience coordinating international ocean freight, container shipments, and customs clearance processes. Working knowledge of U.S. import regulations, customs documentation, HTS classifications, and international trade compliance. Familiarity with Incoterms and international shipping procedures. Experience working directly with freight forwarders, customs brokers, shipping companies, and international suppliers. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, tracking reports, and freight cost comparisons. Experience using ERP system…