Ocean Import Agent
- Full-time
Company Description
“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.
- 16,000 trained professionals
- 250+ locations worldwide
- Fortune 500
- Globally unified systems
Job Description
Scope of Position
Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Import Ocean Transportation Department.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Operations/Industry Knowledge
- Customer Service
- Vendor Relations
- Procedure and Productivity Standards Adherence
- Accounting
- Accurate and Timely Billing
- Self Development
- Understand department process flow, looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
- Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)
- Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
Qualifications
- Friendly attitude
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Pro-active approach, strong organizational and computer skills
- Fluent in English
- Experience in the transportation industry a plus
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Exceptional attention to Detail
- Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Reporting Structure
Ocean Import Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager
Additional Information
Expeditors offers excellent benefits
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
- Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
Full time hours 8am-5pm Monday-Friday
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.