Find & Apply For Cargo Coordinator / Freight Forwarder Jobs in Bell, California

Description We are looking for an Ocean Export Coordinator to join a growing logistics team in California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced shipping environment and can keep international freight moving efficiently from origin to final delivery. The role supports daily export operations by managing shipment activity, coordinating drayage, and maintaining clear communication with carriers, warehouses, and customers. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, solid follow-through, and hands-on experience with CargoWise.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee ocean export and related domestic freight shipments to ensure cargo moves accurately and on schedule.
• Arrange drayage services from port locations and follow each movement through delivery milestones.
• Enter, update, and maintain shipment data in CargoWise with a high level of accuracy.
• Coordinate with steamship lines, trucking providers, warehouse teams, and customers to support smooth transportation flow.
• Prepare export paperwork and verify shipping documents are complete and compliant before release.
• Track containers in transit, provide timely status updates, and proactively address service disruptions.
• Troubleshoot delays, routing issues, and delivery exceptions to minimize impact on customers.
• Partner with internal operations and customer support teams to keep shipment handling aligned across departments. Requirements
• Previous experience in freight forwarding, transportation, or logistics coordination.
• Hands-on working knowledge of CargoWise is required.
• Prior experience managing drayage activity is required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, carriers, and internal teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple active shipments at once.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to provide clear updates and resolve issues professionally.
• High attention to detail when handling shipment records and transportation documentation.

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