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Job Posting 2/1/2012

 

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in ocean export pricing and operations.

Purpose

The candidate will work closely with our Asia / Pacific team, but be involved with all trades. Assure accuracy and completeness of quotes, services, documentation, and billing for exports. Maintain existing customer base and establish new export business opportunities. Acquire necessary documentation and direction in a timely manner to serve customer needs. Arrange and track logistic services to ensure accurate and timely handling of cargo. Follow customs, FMC and CFR regulations, and TSA Guidelines. Oversee and monitor the preparation of documents and assure complete/accurate files.

Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

Confirm shipping details with customers and vendors.

Export Pricing and Quotations.

Update charges and other shipment details in the system.

Operations.

Invoice customer for ocean freight charges or other applicable charges.

Maintain accuracy of data and shipment status as changes occur, and correctly and completely enter in system.

Help to track shipments moving via intermodal IPI service, preparing reports for customers as needed.

File AES – Automated Export System.

Maintain direct contact with customers, vendors and overseas agents.

The ideal candidate is preferred to have at least three to five years of experience in international ocean freight forwarding and export operations. Additional qualities include strong communication skills, good analytical skills, be task and detail oriented, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software. Hazmat certified a plus. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and/or related experience preferred. This is a full-time position.

Orion Marine Corp offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off and a business casual environment.

To apply, please email letter of interest and résumé to kbrandt @ orion-marine.com.

 

 

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USEFUL INFORMATION FOR OUR CUSTOMERS:

AFGHANISTAN

The United States Embassy Kabul is requiring the following documentation for all cargo bound for Afghanistan.

1. Total of (2) Original bills of lading per shipment.

2. Total of (2) Original Commercial invoice, must be signed, dated and stamped with the export company's logo.

3. Total of (2) Original Packing List, must be signed, dated and stamped with the export company's logo.

4. Any other supporting documentation must be an Original to prevent fraudulent entry, copies of these documents are no longer acceptable for Afghan transport. It is recommended the exporter prepare additional original sets of the commercial invoice and packing list in case of need. Any additional charges for incomplete documentation will be the responsibility of the exporter.

Orion Marine Corp/ConFlo Lines has been a recognized leader in transportation to Afghanistan and will strictly adhere to the standards set by the United States Embassy. For the latest information on transportation to Afghanistan, please contact one of our representatives.

ANGOLA

Second hand rolling cargo (cars, trucks, other rolling stock) is restricted from being imported through the port of Luanda. Port of discharge for second hand rolling cargo is Lobito. The discharge of new rolling cargo is allowed in Luanda. Bill of Ladings for this cargo will need to clearly state "New" vehicles.

NIGERIA DR CONGO SENEGAL NIGER / CAR

Cargo Tracking Notes (CTN) are required for shipments to various African countries. CTNs are used for cargo tracking, as well as collecting statistical data for future planning. Shippers are responsible for requesting CTNs for their cargo to the above listed countries and for including CTN numbers on every shipment to ensure cargo release to consignee without delay Cargo Tracking Notes (CTN) are required for shipments to various African countries. CTNs are used for cargo tracking, as well as collecting statistical data for future planning. Shippers are responsible for requesting CTNs for their cargo to the above listed countries and for including CTN numbers on every shipment to ensure cargo release to consignee without delay

ALGERIA

All RoRo and break-bulk cargo (including IMO) is temporarily suspended to the port of Algiers. Orion Marine handles break bulk cargo to Algeria via alternative ports. Containers to Algiers are not affected and will continue to move via any Algerian port.