Ocean Import Agent

CEVA Logistics is one of the leading logistics companies globally, with over 1,500 facilities in more than 170 countries offering a complete range of contract logistics, freight forwarding, transportation and distribution management services. It offers supply chain support, along with logistics consultation, industry specific customization, global level freight management and system implementation. 
 
At CEVA, we put people first and we strive for better ways in everything we do; our culture is embodied by Boldness, Imagination, Exemplary and Excellence. With these values at the core of our business, our workplace employs 110,000 diverse, cohesive team members who hold each other accountable and encourage each other to create a safe, and inclusive work environment.

Your Role:

Coordinate the reception and distribution of documents from the ocean import department in order to provide quick and efficient customer service.

What You’ll be Doing:

• Follow up with agents and ocean liners for transport documents.
• Follow up with the arrivals and update the files in the information system (Ex. Control # of cargo, # container and verification of documents).

• Prepare payments for ocean liners according to the costs authorized by the supervisor or team leader.
• Send payments to the ocean liners.
• Obtain releases, ocean liner pick up number and ensure to receive all the necessary elements to release the cargo.
• Separate the manifests.
• Advise the customer service agent of any changes.
• Keep to date the sent files with documents received from agents.
• Other duties as defined by the immediate supervisor.

What we’re looking for:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in an office environment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft office and excellent aptitude for data entry.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English both orally and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

At CEVA we are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment.
 
We offer: 

• A Competitive Compensation PackageComprehensive Health & Dental Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Continuing Education

 
CEVA is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
 
We thank all candidates for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.