At cargo-partner, we specialize in Air and Ocean freight solutions, connecting businesses with integral markets through reliable transportation and exceptional service.
We are currently looking for an Operations Assistant – Sea Cargo to join our Mexico City office. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented logistics professional who enjoys working in an international environment and is eager to develop a career in ocean freight operations.
What will you do?As an Operations Assistant – Sea Cargo, you will provide operational and administrative support to the Ocean Operations team, ensuring the smooth coordination of international ocean freight shipments while delivering excellent customer service.Key Responsibilities
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- Provide outstanding customer service by maintaining close communication with customers regarding the status of their shipments.
- Request shipment status updates from shipping lines, warehouses, and logistics service providers.
- Review, process, and manage documentation related to ocean freight shipments.
- Search for and validate ocean freight shipment references.
- Process and transmit shipment information through the corresponding operational platforms.
- Update internal operational reports and shipment records.
- Prepare cost estimations using CargoWise.
- Upload and approve supplier invoices through the Centro CFDI system.
- Follow up with suppliers to obtain pending invoices and supporting documentation.
- Process electronic invoices in the corresponding internal systems.
- Perform required Validacarga transmissions for ocean freight shipments.
- Update shipment milestones, including ETA, ETD, ATA, and ATD, within CargoWise.
- Maintain accurate shipment files and ensure compliance with internal procedures.
- Support the Operations team with day-to-day logistics coordination and administrative activities.
Required Qualifications
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- Previous experience in Ocean Freight Operations, Logistics, Freight Forwarding or a related field