Freight Operations Specialist

Job Title: Logistics Operator (Freight forwarding)

Work Location: 3575 Koger Blvd, Duluth, GA 30096 (Onsite

Contract Duration: 1 year

Work Hours: 08:30-17:30

Job Function/Description:

• Manage full-cycle international and domestic freight forwarding operations (air, ocean, and inland)
• Oversee import and export documentation and customs clearance procedures
• Coordinate with warehouses to ensure accurate cargo receiving, storage, and dispatch
• Arrange and track transportation schedules with trucking and shipping carriers
• Prepare and verify commercial documents (BL, AWB, invoice, packing list, etc.) for compliance and accuracy
• Handle billing processes including issuing invoices (A/R) and verifying vendor invoices (A/P)
• Monitor and analyze job profit and loss (P&L) to ensure margin targets are met
• Conduct settlement processes and ensure timely closing of shipments
• Maintain accurate records in internal TMS/ERP systems
• Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and internal management to resolve issues promptly
• Support problem resolution related to delivery, damage, or loss

Qualifications:

• 1-5 years of relevant experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations preferred
• Familiarity with import/export procedures, customs, and warehouse/transportation coordination
• High school GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication, customer engagement, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of handling high-pressure environments

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• freight forwarding OR logistics operations: 1 year (Preferred)
• Import/Export: 1 year (Preferred)
• Ocean/Air: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Duluth, GA 30096 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Duluth, GA 30096: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person