Ocean Freight Coordinator

NOW HIRING: OCEAN FREIGHT COORDINATOR
Location: Newport News, VA
Pay: $18/hr
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, Vision

Job Overview

The Lee Group is seeking an experienced OCEAN FREIGHT COORDINATOR to support operations at one of our international logistics clients in Newport News, VA. This is a warehouse-based administrative role supporting ocean freight operations within a fast-paced international freight forwarding environment. This is not your typical administrative position! The OCEAN FREIGHT COORDINATOR will play a key role in the organization and management of shipment of goods across international borders on behalf of importers and exporters.

You will be responsible for clerical and documentation tasks while also spending time in a warehouse setting, requiring flexibility, strong attention to detail, and the ability to remain active throughout the workday.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with prior international freight forwarder experience who is looking for long-term potential with a global logistics operation.

Job Responsibilities of the Ocean Freight Coordinator

• Provide administrative support for ocean freight and warehouse operations
• Prepare, review, and process shipping and freight documentation accurately
• Perform data entry and maintain records within internal systems
• Coordinate paperwork flow between office and warehouse teams
• Communicate professionally with internal departments and operational staff
• Assist with clerical tasks related to inventory, shipping, and receiving
• Spend portions of the day in the warehouse environment as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications of the Ocean Freight Coordinator

• 2-5yrs prior experience working for an international freight forwarder is required
• Strong clerical and administrative skills with high attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a warehouse administrative environment
• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods, including bending and standing
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse when required
• Proficiency with basic office systems and data entry
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements of the Ocean Freight Coordinator

• Combination of office and warehouse work environment
• Exposure to non-climate-controlled warehouse conditions
• Regular standing, walking, bending, and light physical activity
• Must be able to move comfortably between administrative and operational areas

About The Lee Group

The Lee Group is driven by our purpose and passion. Aligning talent, Growing Businesses and Changing Lives. We believe the right job can change a family's future and the right employee can transform a business. For over 50 years, we have focused on putting the right people in the right seats.

We are guided by our Core Values:

• We are purpose driven to change people's lives.
• We are approachable and genuine, with a great sense of fun.
• We are authentic straight shooters, unafraid of the truth.
• We get it, our business and our customers.
• We get it right.

The Lee Group is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.