(Elk Grove Village, IL, USA) Japanese Bilingual Freight Forwarding Coordinator via Quick USA

[Ryan Hata]

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Thanks to Carlos (Oita, 2019-2022) for passing along the following job opening via Quick USA.

Job Position: Japanese Bilingual Freight Forwarding Coordinator
Organization: Quick USA
Salary/Hourly Rate: 48k-50k
Where: Elk Grove Village, IL
Visa Sponsorship: No

Description:
A Japanese Logistics company is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite Japanese Bilingual Freight Forwarding Coordinator to join their Elk Grove Village, IL location.

This position is responsible for coordinating international freight forwarding operations, including air and ocean shipments, import/export procedures, customer service, and documentation.

The role works closely with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth and timely logistics operations.

DOE and skill, the pay range for this position would be between the 48k-50k mark. It also includes greater benefits.

Prior experience in logistics is a plus, but Japanese bilingual candidates with no industry experience are encouraged to apply as well.

Your essential duties would include the following:

- Coordinate international air and ocean freight shipments from booking through final delivery
- Handle export and import operations, including booking, transportation arrangements, arrival notices, and delivery coordination
- Prepare and manage shipping, customs, and transportation documentation for import/export entries
- Provide quotations and issue invoices related to freight services
- Communicate with customers, contractors, carriers, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely service
- Monitor shipment status, resolve issues, and provide regular updates to customers
- Negotiate freight rates and coordinate packing dimensions, weights, and routing details
- Maintain accurate records and process data within internal logistics systems

- Please consider the following qualifications:

- Experience in logistics, transportation, or freight forwarding operations preferred
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Business-level proficiency in both English and Japanese
- Basic computer skills (email, data entry, documentation processing)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Basic math skills and familiarity with domestic and international geography preferred

Apply at: Please send your resume to carlos [at] 919usa [dot] com

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