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Export Logistics Specialist

  2026-02-11     DHL Express     San Francisco,CA  
Description:

Export Logistics Specialist

Job Location: San Francisco, California

DHL Global Forwarding ("DGF") is a leader in managing the flow of goods and information across the global supply chain. As a part of the DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries, we offer exceptional air, ocean, and ground transportation, customs brokerage, and dedicated warehousing services.

As an Export Logistics Specialist, your primary responsibility will be ensuring the smooth movement of our customer's ocean export shipments. You will serve as the key liaison between our customers and shipping carriers to ensure an efficient export process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and confirm transport orders to facilitate timely pick-up of shipments at their origin.
  • Handle booking and booking optimization according to established internal guidelines.
  • Prepare, control, and distribute all necessary export documents, adhering to regulations and internal procedures.
  • Review responses from counterparts and finalize the validation of required documentation.
  • Provide excellent customer service and maintain shipment status follow-up, identifying and resolving incidents to surpass customer expectations.
  • Collaborate with Customer Service, Product, and Global Service Centers as required.
  • Be flexible and willing to perform other related tasks as necessary.

Skills / Requirements:

  • Minimum of 1 year experience in the freight forwarding industry is required, particularly in Ocean Exports.
  • Strong understanding of Ocean Export regulations and documentation.
  • Experience with the CargoWise system is highly preferred.
  • Able to effectively communicate and address issues that arise in the movement of products into the US.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong oral and written communication skills are essential; prior customer service experience is a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Pay Range: $24.23 - $32.31/hr. (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees):

  • Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives.
  • $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly, along with a 2% annual base contribution.
  • Opportunity to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
  • Comprehensive health plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
  • Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
  • Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major dental services.
  • 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, plus accrued vacation/sick days.

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?

At DHL Global Forwarding, we are committed to investing in our employees' professional growth by providing continuous training and career advancement opportunities. We believe in nurturing careers, not just jobs, and strive to empower our team members to develop valuable skills for long-term success.

Join the DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in 220+ countries. Become part of DHL Global Forwarding (DGF), a global leader in air and ocean freight with over 30,000 employees dedicated to delivering seamless transport and supply chain solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.


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