Ocean Export Agent
Aston Carter
Hiring an Ocean Export Agent in Bensenville, IL!
Job Description
Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing an exceptional customer service within the Ocean Export Department.
Candidates will work with one of the largest customers that handles 20,000+ shipments annually. This will be the only customer they work with.
-Will approve shipments for delivery to destination
-Manage and handle cargo once it sails from appropriate port
-Enter and manage heavy documentation involving each shipment assigned
-Work with the countries policy to stay within guidelines
-Enter lots of data into the system (shipments, departures/arrivals, cargo, deliveries, etc.)
-Use Excel to receive workload for the day
-Use Excel to manage and track loads/shipments
-Will handle minimal calls (Maybe 5 a week)
-MUST BE COMPUTER PROFICIENT (have to be able to type and with accuracy
Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree or Veteran status highly preferred
+ Strong computer proficiency – especially in Excel and typing (35+ WPM preferred)
+ Effective communication and organizational skills
+ Fluent in English
+ Willingness to learn and grow within the company
+ Hazardous Materials certification is a plus (not required)
+ Understanding of ocean documentation process is a plus (not required)
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bensenville,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
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