Customer Service Representative Ocean Freight & ISO Tank
Job Description
Job DescriptionCustomer Service Representative – Ocean Freight & ISO Tank
Salary: From $60,000 per year Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00-5:00Location: The Woodlands, TX 77380 (on-site required)
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a detail-oriented Customer Service Representative with hands-on experience in ocean freight forwarding to join our team in The Woodlands, TX. You will manage customer accounts, coordinate with international offices and suppliers, and ensure smooth execution of import/export shipments — including hazardous and general chemicals via ISO tank and standard containers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Manage and grow existing customer accounts, ensuring high satisfaction and service quality
- Handle rate requests from internal sales teams and overseas offices; source competitive rates from suppliers (ISO tank depots, truckers, customs brokers)
- Independently manage inquiries, quotations, and booking arrangements end-to-end
- Coordinate export operations for general and hazardous chemicals via tank and standard containers
- Support international offices with US shipping regulations, pricing, and logistics guidance
- Identify and onboard new suppliers to meet evolving business needs
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries and issue resolution
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 1–3+ years of experience in ocean import/export freight forwarding; ISO tank background strongly preferred
- Familiarity with INCO terms, IMDG regulations, and DOT requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power BI
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable in group settings and client-facing conversations
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately
- Customer-first mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
SKILLS & KEYWORDS
Ocean Freight | ISO Tank | Freight Forwarding | Export Operations | Hazardous Goods | IMDG | DOT Regulations | INCO Terms | Customer Service | Rate Management | Logistics | Supply Chain | Microsoft Excel | Power BI