Ciudad de México | Ocean Import - Customer Service Representative
- Full-time
Company Description
We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!
Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and 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. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.
Our Mission
We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!
Job Description
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing an exceptional customer service within the Ocean Import Department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
EXPEDITORS CORE COMPETENCIES
Exceptional Customer Service
Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers.
This skill expectation applies both externally (customers, service providers) and internally (other Expeditors offices/employees).
Job Execution
Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network. All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations.
Reliability
Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize.
Collaboration
Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay.
Communication
Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and responds to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards.
Culture
Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.
Personal Growth and Development
Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate.
AGENT CORE COMPETENCIES
Timely and Accurate Billing and Accounting
Invoices customers the expected charges timely and accurately and according to Expeditors and customer requirements. Properly provisions service provider charges to avoid reserves. Follows proper credit approval processes in order to minimize risk and protect the company.
Timely and Accurate Data Entry
Ensures accurate and timely data entry into our operational systems according to Expeditors' operational procedures and customer requirements. Monitors exception reports for quick data integrity resolution.
Timely and Accurate Shipment Processing
Ensures smooth and timely freight process flow according to Expeditors' operational procedures. Follows customer's standard operating procedures and proactively notifies customers of any issues. Consistently meets KPI standards, as per company's procedures.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES
- Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
- Track and Trace Ocean Import Files
- Use Global Ocean Import Wokflow Monitor on a daily basis
- Ensure documents are timely sent to customer or broker for customs purposes.
- Ensure accurate and timely client and vendors billing.
- Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards.
- Contribute to maintain good relationships with suppliers (Shipping lines, trucking companies and others involved).
- Meet compliance at all times to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations.
- Understand department process flow, and looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
- Ensure all customers standard operating procedures in place and updated in customer SOP.
- Meet KPI standards in accordance with the Company’s procedures
- Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)
- Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
- Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with oustanding integrity and pride.
- Meets company standards of 52 hours training per year per employee.
- Attend training classes when required.
- Complete mandatory training when required.
- Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride.
- Adhere to the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS:
Knowledge:
- Understanding of ocean documentation process a plus
- Hazardous Materials certification (preferred)
- Understanding of Expeditors systems and procedures
Skills:
- Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate and concisely obtain positive results
- Pro-active and strong organizational skills
- Good computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Fluent in English
Behaviours:
- Positive and willing to help attitude
TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Training Requirements:
- Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training
Education and Experience:
- 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Additional Information
Expeditors ofrece excelentes beneficios
- Sueldo competitivo
- Prestaciones superiores a la ley
- Seguro de vida
- Seguro de gastos médicos mayores
- Plan de compra de acciones para empleados
- Programa de Capacitación y Desarrollo de Personal
Expeditors offers excellent benefits
- Competitive salary
- Features above the law
- Life insurance
- Insurance of major medical expenses
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.