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Import Agent (Air Freight Operations)

Assist World · South Africa

Overview

We are seeking highly organized and detail-oriented Remote Import Agents to support a fast-paced air freight operation focused on JFK import recoveries.

This role acts as the communication bridge between customers, warehouse teams, dispatch, and drivers — ensuring shipments move efficiently, customers receive timely updates, and operational requests are handled accurately.

The environment is repetitive and process-driven, making it ideal for someone who thrives in structured workflows, can prioritize tasks logically, and remains calm under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

Shipment Coordination & Customer Communication

  • Monitor and respond to shipment-related emails

  • Enter shipment alerts and customer requests into the TMS system

  • Provide shipment updates to customers, dispatch, warehouse teams, and drivers

  • Follow up proactively when updates are delayed

  • Call drivers, dispatch teams, or warehouse staff directly when needed for urgent updates

  • Ensure all communication is accurate, professional, and timely

Documentation & Data Entry

  • Enter shipment information into Crown Freight Manager

  • Print and distribute shipment documents and requests

  • Update operational spreadsheets with shipment statuses and customer requests

  • Track and relay warehouse service requests and shipment changes

  • Maintain accurate operational notes and logs

Operations Support

  • Coordinate between customers and warehouse/dispatch teams

  • Escalate operational issues appropriately when needed

  • Prioritize urgent shipments based on operational impact

  • Support time-sensitive import recovery workflows

  • Assist with routing instructions and shipment status coordination

Workflow & Prioritization

  • Distinguish between urgent and non-urgent tasks

  • Prioritize truckers already waiting on-site over future/pending shipments

  • Ensure high-priority requests are communicated immediately to the operations team

  • Handle repetitive operational processes with consistency and accuracy

Systems & Tools

  • Crown Freight Manager (training provided)

  • Cartis (training provided)

  • Outlook

  • Excel & shared spreadsheets

  • RingCentral / VOIP systems

  • Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Required Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, dispatch support, trucking coordination, or import operations preferred

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills

  • Ability to think logically and prioritize effectively

  • Comfortable handling repetitive operational workflows

  • Strong written and verbal English communication

  • Comfortable making calls to drivers, warehouse teams, and customers

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments

Nice-to-Haves

  • Air import or airport cargo experience

  • Experience working with trucking dispatch teams

  • Familiarity with shipment tracking systems or TMS platforms

  • Experience with customer operations support

  • Understanding of freight terminology (MAWB/HAWB, bonded cargo, etc.)

Training & Support

  • Full training provided on proprietary systems and workflows

  • Each remote agent will work directly alongside an on-site operational counterpart

  • Escalation support structure already in place

Performance Expectations

  • Fast response times to operational requests

  • Accurate data entry and shipment updates

  • Strong follow-through and communication

  • Ability to manage priorities independently

  • Reliable attendance and shift coverage

  • Industry: Air Freight / Logistics / Import Operations
    Working Hours (EST):
  • Shift A: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
  • Shift B: Monday–Wednesday, Friday & Saturday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM EST (Off Thursdays & Sundays)
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