Import Clerk

Robert Half • El Segundo, CA • 3h ago

Description We are looking for an organized Import Clerk to join a busy logistics operation in El Segundo, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping shipment records accurate, supporting billing activities, and helping move imports through each stage efficiently. You will work onsite with a collaborative team in a fast-moving environment where precision, follow-through, and strong communication are important to daily success.

Responsibilities:

Manage day-to-day administrative support for inbound shipment activity, helping ensure import files move forward without delay.

Examine shipping paperwork and customs-related documents carefully to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures.

Prepare and support invoicing tasks, billing review, and data updates within internal systems while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Communicate with transportation partners, vendors, customers, and internal teams to coordinate shipment progress and resolve routine issues.

Monitor cargo movement and share timely status updates so stakeholders remain informed throughout the import process.

Maintain orderly digital and physical records for import transactions, making documentation easy to retrieve and audit when needed.

Complete operational reports and process required paperwork within expected timelines to support daily logistics performance.

Provide general clerical assistance, including file organization, document handling, and phone support for the logistics team. Requirements - 1-2 years of experience in logistics, import/export support, freight forwarding, billing, or administrative operations.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to review documents and enter information accurately.

Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.

Clear written and verbal communication skills, along with solid organizational abilities.

Dependable and detail-oriented approach with readiness to work onsite on a permanent basis.

Experience using logistics, freight, or shipment-tracking systems is helpful but not required. TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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