Drayage Specialist

Job Overview

As the Drayage Specialist, you will be responsible for processes and procedures used in ocean import activities, ensuring the timely and accurate movement of freight and information while providing an exceptional customer experience.

What does your day look like? Some of your duties may include :

• Receive, review, and process vendor import purchase orders.
• Manage company imports through multiple U.S. ports of entry : Savannah, Charleston, Norfolk, NY / NJ, Miami, Houston, and Los Angeles.
• Manage fleet assets servicing ports of Savannah and NY / NJ.
• Facilitate day-to-day shipment activities, ensuring accurate information distribution to carriers and customers.
• Obtain and create shipment quotes and determine the best transportation methods.
• Track and trace shipments and resolve issues with billing, shipping, or documentation.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and overseas agents to ensure smooth release of goods.
• Maintain professional relationships with internal teams, customers, vendors, carriers, and transportation agencies.
• Identify new accounts and procure for-hire opportunities for the private fleet.

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Why Join Us?

What we think you’ll love about Gourmet Foods International :

What else can we offer?

Gourmet Foods' Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Accident Insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, Profit Sharing, Competitive Salaries, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Free College Tuition, paid parental leave, Professional Development Programs, opportunities to grow within the Company, Employee Discounts, and a Referral Bonus.

GFI is a drug-free employer. You voluntarily consent to a pre-employment drug screen, and a background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process. Background checks can include, but are not limited to, previous employment, education, and criminal records.