An Air Import Agent is responsible for expediting and routing movement of incoming and outgoing cargo and freight shipments in train, airline, and trucking terminals and shipping docks. A well-written Air Import Agent Resume mentions the following core duties and responsibilities – taking orders from customers, and arranging pick up of freight, and cargo for delivery to loading platforms, preparing and examining bills of lading to determine shipping tariffs and charges; coordinating and administering the selection and use of customer brokers, and freight forwarders; preparing all documentation required; advising customers to the overseas requirement for import, and export and ensuring to quote customers and agents.
Summary of qualifications includes the following – experience in administering import and export of merchandise, knowledge of freight shipments state, federal, and international applicable laws and regulations, solid knowledge of export administration regulations and ITAR; and a passion for taking care of customers and their merchandize; and strong communication skills. Employers prefer those with a degree in logistics, although, there aren’t any formal requirements.
Headline : Highly skilled and dedicated worker with excellent driving and customer satisfaction records. Able to perform a variety of difficult physical tasks in the course of ensuring product security. Collaborates easily with diverse groups and cultures and utilizes strong communication practices and instincts to troubleshoot concerns and complaints effectively.
Skills : Microsoft Office ,Outlook, Vista/Outbound Cash Register, Logistics.
Description :
Checked import documentation to determine cargo contents.
Classified goods into different fee and tariff groups using a tariff coding system.
Contacted vendors and/or claims adjustment departments to resolve shipping issues.
Directed delivery trucks to shipping doors or designated marshalling areas for timely delivery.
Estimated freight and postal rates and recording shipment information into the Cargo wise system.
Inspected and tallied items received, checking them against invoices and other documents, recording shortages and rejecting damaged goods.
Tracked all goods shipped, received, and stored.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Air Import Agent Resume
Objective : A proven leader with over a decade of military experience. Resourceful and detail-oriented; skilled problem-solver and multitasker. Proficient in data analysis, extraction, comparison, asset visibility, and organizational management. Strong leadership skills; able to prioritize, delegate tasks, and make sound decisions quickly while maintaining a focus on the bottom line.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office, Logistics, Logistics, Awesome Personality.
Description :
Arranged the importation of freight by Airfreight on behalf of importers via DHL's Air Import product lines Completed coordination between all applicable parties for Airfreight import shipments.
Ensured service commitments were achieved and maintained in accordance with client and company objectives.
Prepared documents necessary to complete the import process.
Helped ensure that the quality system was implemented and maintained within area of responsibility.
Generated, issued, and submitted documentation to ensure proper importation of client shipments.
Provided clients with advice concerning terms of delivery, payment, insurance and all other Airfreight import services affecting client needs.
Assured invoicing of rendered services were completed accurately and in a time frame consistent with company policy.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor Of Science
Air Import Agent Resume
Objective : Seeking to obtain a warehouse associate position with an organization where I can utilize my skills and be an asset to an employer. Abilities: I have excellent interpersonal skills with extended knowledgeable in domestic transportation / inbound shipments and freight forwarding. I am also a team player with excellent organizational skills and proficient in with computer. High Value Accounts Handled: Apple, HTC & Acer.
Skills : Bilingual In English And Japanese, Microsoft Office.
Description :
Prepared all documentation required for air import shipment.
Supervised all the outbound cargo palliating on ULD.
Tracked and Traced missing cargo.
Created a template in Excel to sort customer information that sped up the billing process that saved time and allowed over due payments to be found.
Gathered and audited import files for completion.
Notified consignees and customers of freight arrival and arranging delivery.
Obtained and recorded data on air plane flight papers received from dispatchers on flight, aircraft, and crew members.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Business Management
Air Import Agent Resume
Objective : Air Import Agent with 2 years of experience in Communicating with customs officials to make sure that shipments are cleared for entry into the U.S, Communicating with freight company to coordinate pick up of shipments, Assisting buyers in finding the items they need by communicating directly with suppliers overseas, Attending trade shows overseas and communicate directly with potential suppliers, Assisting buyers in negotiating prices overseas through phone or email communication.
Skills : Customer Service, Paper Work Processing, AMS Transmittance And/or Correction, Multi-Tasking.
Description :
Helped give options to customers when delays arise with their shipments.
Worked we handle both China Southern Airlines, and Singapore Airlines.
Answered phone calls is constantly a must, at times are hit with a high volume of calls.
Prepared and sent booking advice's to clients Ensure that the global tracking system is updated with accurate and current information Maintain clean .
Imported operations specialist.
Tracked tracing, updating all logistics elements of Charlotte Imports from international overseas companies.
Created delivery orders for drivers, update proof of deliveries (PODs), and respond to emails regarding verification's and confirmations.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Air Import Agent Resume
Headline : Detail-oriented and organised Air Import Agent offering comprehensive background in transportation management, including 13 years as a Import Operations Agent, Expertise in transportation operations, waste prevention and safety compliance.
Skills : Microsoft, Excel, Excel, Word, Acrobat, Acrobat, As400, As400.
Description :
Gathered, logged and monitored all shipping data.
Actioned Quote Requests for international cargo shipments Updated the database with changes in carrier status.
E-mailed suppliers, carriers and customers with shipping updates.
Assigned shipments to carriers in the centralized database.
Took corrective action in the case of accidents and delays to minimize extra expenses.
Managed shipment schedules to maximize productivity and cut costs.
Cultivated a positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Air Import Agent Resume
Objective : A highly motivated individual who values Integrity and Commitment above all. Resourceful problem solver with proven ability to bring quick resolution to challenging situations as well as build lasting relationships with vendors, customers and co-workers. Skilled in many different aspects which includes Administrative duties to recording transactions, posting debits/credits, and ensuring accuracy and completeness of data.
Skills : Salesforce, Microsoft Office, Shipping And Receiving, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, E Commerce.
Description :
Communicated regularly with overseas offices, partners or agents.
Ensured that the global tracking is completed within a timely manner.
Prepared and processed delivery orders and receipts.
Dispatched shipments that have arrived and cleared Customs.
Provided timely and excellent service to clients.
Communicated with Department Manager, Supervisor and oversea offices.
Followed up with customs to ensure necessary documentation has been filed.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
High School Diploma
Air Import Agent Resume
Summary : A motivated and enthusiastic worker with 8+ year's professional experience, mainly in transport and logistics. I take pride in my work, thrive on challenges, work well under pressure, and value teamwork. My professional aim is to find a position with a freight forwarder or handling agent that employs people who provide quality services in the transport and logistics field.
Coordinated and administered the selection and use of customs brokers and freight forwarders.
Prepared all documentation required for air import shipments.
Negotiated rates, quotes, routes for international air and ocean shipments.
Provided exceptional customer service that includes tracking and invoicing files.
Ensured to quote customers and agents for individual or upcoming series of proposed shipment.
Advised customers of overseas requirements for import, and export; explained possibilities of delays in transit.
Managed pre-alerts daily to determine whether freight is arriving as expected.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Air Import Agent Resume
Summary : Air Import Agent is responsible for Coordinating with buyers to ensure they are happy with their purchases and make sure they are receiving what they ordered, Coordinating with logistics company to ensure that the shipment is being handled properly, Tracking shipments through the airport.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Planning, Billing.
Description :
Processed inbound shipments for an assigned base of accounts.
Received and review import documentation from origin offices for upcoming in bound shipments.
Communicated with overseas offices, agents, customers, truckers and US Customs as needed in regards to shipment's arrival/delivery status.
Reviewed billing invoices and vendors charges for any necessary reconciliation due to discrepancies.
Issued invoices to customers.
Communicated with trucker and customer to coordinated shipment pick up from cargo location to customer's door.
Accurately billed hundreds of accounts for shipping costs including insurance, cargo type, contract fees.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor Of Business Administration
Air Import Agent Resume
Objective : Over 9 years Air Import Agent process including customs, From set up with origin to delivery at destination, Purchasing continuous bonds and freight insurance, Entry writing and assisting LCB with HTS classification. Completing quota entry and other SPI on commodity and country specific freight.
Corrected invoices/re-bill origin for missing charges.
Billed invoices based on incoterms Send pre-alerts for incoming cargo.
Followed up with freight carriers to ensure product is delivered on time and intact.
Followed up with vendors to ensure they have the correct documentation for importation.
Worked with shipping agents to ensure importation can be completed in a timely manner.
Maintained a high level of customer service during the import process.
Communicated with customers about importation status.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Air Import Agent Resume
Summary : Detail oriented, self-starter seeking a challenging multi-tasking Air Import Agent position that will fully utilise my varied experience in customer service and problem solving skills to meet business needs and achieve personal goals.
Skills : Planning, Business Management, Assisting.
Description :
Assisted customers in finding a suitable replacement for any product that was not able to be delivered
Remained knowledgeable about new regulations and updates as they happen.
Negotiated import deals for cargo.
Organised and coordinated the shipment of cargo from overseas.
Coordinated customs procedures.
Provided customer service to clients.
Reviewed and evaluated importations from foreign countries.
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