LOGISTICS COORDINATOR – PERISHABLES INTERNATIONAL IMPORT AND EXPORT

Great Northern Products, Ltd. is seeking an outgoing person who is knowledgeable in every aspect of Exporting perishables – Frozen Seafood. Candidate must have freight forwarding experience in Exports. You must be motivated and capable to step into an active department and take over ongoing transactions mid course.

We seek someone with experience and capacity in the following areas: Working with Freight Forwarders on perishable frozen container shipments and their requirements Preparation of commercial Invoices, obtaining vessel insurance, monitoring of cargo Working with government agencies for all appropriate documentation in complex transactions Study and documentation of costs relevant to transactions Dealing with trucking companies for ocean shipments and the coordination of all aspects of loading, labeling, drayage etc for transactions Dealing with Customs brokers and understanding all requirements Knowledge of Letters of credit and other Credit forms and collections Dealing with Steamship lines with rate contracts and negotiations for demurrage and terms This is a full time long term position in a casual dress atmosphere located in a state of the art facility in Cranston, RI. An initial orientation period is normal for this type of position; however the basics of export and import are all similar regardless of product.

You should possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral. You must have good interactive skills, and a positive attitude. You must work well independently and as a team player. The ideal candidate must be comfortable dealing with international people. Bi-lingual skills are helpful, but not mandatory.

If you’re reliable, self-motivated, detail oriented, organized, a good communicator, a team player, great multi tasking skills and a problem solver, we have an immediate opening for you! Time management and prioritizing duties are required.

We offer an excellent compensation package including company sponsored health and dental benefits, sick time, vacation time, and 401 K. Please send resumes to: Personnel@northernproducts.com