Freight Release Coordinator
OEC Group
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- Pay
- $22 to $28
- an hour
- Location
- Santa Ana, CA
- Work style
- Hybrid
- Posted
- Oct 8
- 9 days ago
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About the company
OEC Group
Logistics and supply chain · 501 to 1,000 employees
Established in 1981, Orient Express Container (OEC) Group is one of the top freight forwarders in the transportation industry. We provide freight transportation, logistics, and information services to over 50,000 customers through a network of global offices. Our employees recognize the impact we make in the global supply chain through staying on top of the ever-changing logistics industry with the goal of delivering quality information and services to our clients.
What you'll do
- Review Original Bill of Ladings (BOLs), legal documents, and payments received to send release documentation and payments to vendors.
- Process 300+ documents daily in adherence to tight deadlines.
- Record charges, refunds, invoices, checks, and related reports into the ERP system, CargoWise One.
- Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies.
- Utilize CargoWise One and Microsoft Excel to track, trace, and update the status of shipments.
- Communicate with customers, overseas offices, and vendors by email and phone with status updates on shipments.
- Address any customer inquiries related to release status, customs status, and payment verification.
- Provide customers and vendors with payment options for shipment release .
What you need
- Minimum 1 years’ experience in a fast-paced data entry or similar clerical role.
- Previous work experience in the Logistics and Transportation industry, notably in freight forwarding, is highly preferred.
- Previous experience using the ERP system, CargoWise One, is preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; willingness to learn advanced functions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Teams, and Word.
- Education: a bachelor's degree
Key skills
data entryfreight forwardingCargoWise OneMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeOutlookTeamsWord
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Perks
- laptop provided
- 10-days PTO
- Employee Appreciation Days
- Paid Holidays
- Sick/Flex time
- Full Health Insurance
- 401K retirement plan
- Annual performance bonus
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We offer competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.
Established in 1981, Orient Express Container (OEC) Group is one of the top freight forwarders in the transportation industry. We provide freight transportation, logistics, and information services to over 50,000 customers through a network of global offices.
Our employees recognize the impact we make in the global supply chain through staying on top of the ever-changing logistics industry with the goal of delivering quality information and services to our clients.
As a
Freight Release Coordinator
, you will validate freight invoices & statements, resolve invoice discrepancies, record customer charges, and approve the release of customer freight after payment is obtained. You will work within the Accounting Department and collaborate closely with our Operations Department.
Requirements:
Minimum 1 years’ experience in a fast-paced data entry or similar clerical role.
Previous work experience in the Logistics and Transportation industry, notably in freight forwarding, is highly preferred.
Previous experience using the ERP system, CargoWise One, is preferred.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; willingness to learn advanced functions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Teams, and Word.
Responsibilities:
Review Original Bill of Ladings (BOLs), legal documents, and payments received to send release documentation and payments to vendors.
Process 300+ documents daily in adherence to tight deadlines.
Record charges, refunds, invoices, checks, and related reports into the ERP system, CargoWise One.
Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies.
Utilize CargoWise One and Microsoft Excel to track, trace, and update the status of shipments.
Communicate with customers, overseas offices, and vendors by email and phone with status updates on shipments.
Address any customer inquiries related to release status, customs status, and payment verification.
Provide customers and vendors with payment options for shipment release .
Salary:
$22-$28/hour dependent on transferable experience and education level.
Benefits:
Hybrid work schedule (1-day a week working from home); laptop provided by OEC Group.
10-days PTO (Paid Time Off), Employee Appreciation Days, Paid Holidays, Sick/Flex time.
Full Health Insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, term life, and accident insurance.
401K retirement plan with 3% company match.
Discounted pet insurance - woof! woof! meow!
Annual performance bonus and mid-year reviews for salary increases.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
OEC Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer