Export Coordinator - Air

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Euless, TX, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Logistics • Transportation • 3PL: Third Party Logistics • Industrial
The Role
Coordinates international air export shipments from booking through departure. Prepares export documentation, maintains shipment data in CargoWise, tracks milestones, communicates with carriers and customers, supports compliance, validates charges, and escalates discrepancies. The role requires accurate recordkeeping, customer communication, adherence to procedures, and support during high-volume periods or disruptions in a fully onsite environment.
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The Export Coordinator - Air supports international air export operations by coordinating shipment activities and ensuring accurate, timely execution. They assist with booking, documentation, and shipment tracking while working closely with customers, carriers, and internal teams. They support on‑time departures and regulatory compliance. 

 

Responsibilities

  • Assist with coordinating air export shipments from booking through departure under established procedures.

  • Prepare and process air export documentation, including air waybills, commercial invoices, and packing lists.

  • Enter and maintain shipment data accurately in CargoWise and other systems.

  • Track shipment milestones and update internal systems and customers with status information.

  • Communicate with airlines, trucking providers, warehouses, and overseas agents to support shipment execution.

  • Follow export compliance requirements, airline rules, and internal SOPs.

  • Identify documentation discrepancies or shipment issues and escalate to senior team members for resolution.

  • Support rate entry, charge validation, and billing accuracy as directed.

  • Respond to customer inquiries related to shipment status and documentation.

  • Maintain organized and accurate shipment records.

  • Support team workflows during peak volumes or service disruptions.

  • All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.

 

Qualifications

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; undergraduate degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field preferred.

  • Prior experience in logistics, transportation, or related operations roles. 

  • Basic understanding of air freight and international shipping concepts preferred.

  • Experience with CargoWise or similar TMS/forwarding tools or demonstrated ability to learn systems quickly.

  • Strong organizational and communication skills. 

  • Strong attention to detail and time‑management skills.

  • Ability to follow defined procedures and meet deadlines.

  • Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.

  • Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.).

  • Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on‑site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.

 

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Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Prior experience in logistics, transportation, or related operations roles
  • Basic understanding of air freight and international shipping concepts
  • Experience with CargoWise or similar transportation management or freight forwarding tools, or ability to learn systems quickly
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and time-management skills
  • Ability to follow defined procedures and meet deadlines
  • Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
  • Proficiency with Windows PCs, Microsoft 365, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web conferencing tools
  • Ability to work in a 100% onsite setting
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The Company
HQ: Greeneville, TN
6,062 Employees
Year Founded: 1981

What We Do

Forward Air Corporation is an asset-light freight and logistics company that provides ground transportation and related shipping services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. It offers a reliable, cost-effective alternative to air transportation through accelerated, time-definite surface shipping. The company serves as a single-source provider for the wholesale transportation community, including logistics companies, freight forwarders, and air cargo carriers.

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