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Description Job Title: Freight Forwarding Logistician Employer: Kamal Transport Remote Position Wage: $36.00 hourly Hours: 40 hours per week Vacancies: 1 Position Type: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Job Summary: Kamal Transport is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Freight Forwarding Logistician to support our cross-border operations in a fully remote capacity. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating shipments between Canada and the U.S., ensuring accurate documentation, and facilitating smooth border clearance. This role requires strong organizational skills, digital fluency, and the ability to collaborate with carriers, customs brokers, and internal teams. Ideal for individuals with 1–2 years of logistics experience, this full-time position offers competitive compensation and company-provided equipment to support remote work. Key Responsibilities ? Logistics Coordination & Documentation: o Coordinate cross-border shipments by preparing and reviewing freight documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and certificates of origin. o Ensure documentation accuracy to support timely border clearance and minimize delays. o Digitally manage and archive shipment records for traceability and internal audits. ? Border Clearance Support: o Schedule shipments strategically to reduce wait times at U.S.–Canada border crossings. o Identify and resolve documentation issues that may impact transit or trigger inspections. o Digitally manage and archive shipment records for traceability and internal audits. ? Stakeholder Communication: o Collaborate with carriers, freight forwarders, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth movement of goods. o Maintain communication with dispatchers and drivers to confirm they are equipped with proper documentation and instructions. o Coordinate with customs brokers and logistics partners to support regulatory compliance. ? Process Optimization & Risk Awareness: o Conduct internal reviews of documentation workflows to identify risks and inefficiencies. o Recommend improvements to enhance shipment accuracy and reduce border-related delays. o Support internal training efforts on documentation standards and logistics procedures. ? Remote Coordination & Reporting: o Use digital platforms to manage logistics tasks and communicate with stakeholders across regions. o Generate weekly reports on shipment performance, documentation accuracy, and border clearance metrics. o Participate in virtual meetings with logistics, operations, and compliance teams to align on priorities Skills & Knowledge: • Practical understanding of Canadian and U.S. customs procedures, including CBSA/CBP documentation standards • Familiarity with freight documentation such as bills of lading (BOL), commercial invoices, certificates of origin, and HS codes • Basic understanding of cross-border logistics, Incoterms, and general trade compliance principles • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and correct documentation errors before shipment • Clear and professional communication skills for coordinating with carriers, dispatchers, customs brokers, and internal teams • Proactive problem-solving and ability to adapt to changing border conditions • Comfortable using digital tools for shipment tracking, document management, and remote collaboration • Self-motivated with strong organizational skills in a remote work environment • Proficiency with email, cloud-based document systems, and logistics software • Basic skills in Excel or Google Sheets for tracking shipments and maintaining compliance records • Familiarity with virtual collaboration tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Slack • Ability to work effectively across time zones and maintain consistent communication with remote stakeholders • Company-provided equipment and technical support will be supplied to ensure smooth remote operations Requirements: Proficiency in English Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years of relevant experience What We Offer: o Competitive hourly wage o Company-provided laptop and equipment o Stable, long-term employment o Supportive work environment with growth opportunities o Inclusive and diverse workplace culture We Encourage Applications From: o Canadian citizens and permanent residents o New immigrants and refugees o Indigenous persons, youth, seniors, and persons with disabilities with relevant experience

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