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About the job Job Description International company is looking for employees to work remotely and offers a vacancy for Cargo Planning Coordinator (Freight Forwarding – Export Operations, China Focused). ABOUT US Platton Inc is an international, asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, purchase order coordination, and advanced digital management tools. About the Job The Cargo Planning Coordinator will play a critical role in managing consolidated shipments from Asia (primarily China), organizing export operations, and ensuring FCL/LCL bookings are accurately processed and dispatched on time. This position requires strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with various international vendors and partners. The ideal candidate will have operational experience in international freight forwarding, particularly in ocean exports and vendor coordination across time zones. This position is fully remote and will work closely with our warehouse teams, export agents, carriers, and internal departments. Key Responsibilities Plan, schedule, and coordinate LCL and FCL consolidations from China and other Asian countries Ensure bookings are made accurately and export shipments are dispatched within required cut-off timelines Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, and vendors to manage container loading, documentation, and space allocation Work with internal and external teams to resolve any operational issues and delays Prepare and verify shipping documentation, including HBLs, MBLs, bookings, and commercial documents Update and manage shipment statuses in internal systems and ensure communication with clients and internal stakeholders Coordinate container returns, loading confirmations, and issue resolution with carriers or warehouses Collaborate with customs and documentation teams to ensure compliance with export regulations Proactively communicate status updates, risks, and ETA changes to all relevant parties Required Skills & Experience Minimum 2 years of experience in export operations or freight forwarding (LCL & FCL) Strong understanding of international shipping, container consolidation, and vendor communication Experience working with Chinese freight forwarders, consolidators, and export agents Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple bookings simultaneously Familiarity with Incoterms, container types, and export documentation processes Ability to handle operational issues under pressure and find timely solutions Proficiency in English (spoken and written); Mandarin is a plus High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working across multiple time zones (Asia / U.S.) Preferred Experience working with warehouse operations (remotely or onsite coordination) Knowledge of TMS/ERP systems or freight tracking tools Familiarity with Amazon FBA exports or e-commerce logistics Understanding of international compliance requirements and country-specific export restrictions Show more Show less
