Freight Forwarder - Ocean Exports at Morgan Benjamin Search Group Houston, TX

Morgan Benjamin Search Group is a reputable staffing and recruitment firm dedicated to connecting talented professionals with leading companies across various industries. Located in Houston, TX, this company specializes in placing qualified candidates in positions that match their skills and career goals. Known for their personalized approach and deep industry knowledge, Morgan Benjamin Search Group has built a strong reputation for helping both job seekers and employers find the perfect fit. As a temp-to-hire recruitment agency, they provide candidates with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and fit within a company before being offered permanent employment, ensuring a mutually beneficial employment relationship. The Freight Forwarder - Ocean Exports role offered by Morgan Benjamin Search Group in Houston, TX is a temp-to-hire position with a competitive pay range of $23 to $28 per hour. This role is designed for a detail-oriented, organized professional with strong communication skills who can efficiently manage the exportation of goods via ocean freight. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the logistics process involved in ocean export shipments, including carrier bookings, cargo tracking, documentation preparation, and communication with both customers and third-party service providers. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of the export process, including the preparation of shipping documents like commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading. The Freight Forwarder will ensure that all shipments are tracked and monitored with regular status updates provided to customers. Maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal departments such as logistics, finance, and operations is crucial to facilitate smooth, timely delivery and high levels of customer satisfaction. In addition to managing day-to-day operations, the Freight Forwarder must ensure strict compliance with customs regulations, trade laws, and other relevant legal requirements. This role offers a dynamic environment where attention to detail and proactive problem-solving are essential. The temp-to-hire nature of the position provides an excellent opportunity for candidates to demonstrate their skills and secure a permanent role within the company, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking to advance their careers in freight forwarding and ocean exports. This position is perfect for individuals with prior experience in freight forwarding or logistics and those with a specific background in ocean exports will be highly preferred.

• Prior experience in freight forwarding logistics or related field
• Knowledge of ocean export processes
• Ability to prepare and manage export documentation
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
• Willingness to comply with relevant regulations and laws