Freight Coordinator

Job Title: Air & Ocean Freight Coordinator / Agent

Job Description

Join a people-first global freight forwarder with a network spanning over 35 countries, offering extensive opportunities for ongoing training, certifications, and career growth. We are seeking an Air & Ocean Freight Coordinator / Agent with strong, hands-on experience in freight forwarding operations, capable of independently managing air freight shipments from booking through final delivery and billing.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage air import and/or export shipments from start to finish within a freight forwarding environment.
• Coordinate bookings, origin pickups, shipping documentation, airline follow-up, cargo recovery, final delivery, and billing.
• Collaborate closely with airlines, trucking providers, overseas agents, customers, and internal offices to execute shipments efficiently.
• Monitor shipment milestones, proactively communicate updates, and resolve any operational delays.
• Maintain accurate shipment records, documentation, costs, and billing in CargoWise.
• Support air freight quotations by assessing routing, transit times, capacity, and operational feasibility.
• Manage priority and complex shipments with consistent follow-up throughout the shipment lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of hands-on air freight operations experience with a freight forwarding company.
• Proven ability to independently manage air export and/or air import shipments.
• Recent experience predominantly focused on air freight operations.
• Proficiency in CargoWise.
• Strong understanding of freight forwarding workflows, carrier coordination, international shipping documentation, and customer service.
• Working knowledge of AES, TSA requirements, and air freight documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments, competing priorities, and urgent requests independently.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in ocean freight operations.
• Broader international import/export operations experience.
• Experience handling aerospace or time-critical shipments.
• Experience supporting multiple internal offices or internal customers.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in an employee-focused company with a high culture environment. Benefit from flexible work models, a straightforward 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM shift, and the ability to work hybrid remote/in-office. Gain access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, life and disability insurance, wellness support, and professional development opportunities.

Work Environment

The work environment offers a hybrid model with standard hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM including an hour lunch break. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and CargoWise. Employees will be able to work remote with also being able to report to our offices in Doral or Punta Gorda when necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Miami, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits & Career Growth Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k). Paid time off and paid holidays. Life and disability insurance. Flexible work models, based on role requirements. Training, certifications, and internal mobility. Wellness support and professional development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Miami, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Miami,FL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.