Company Description

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 is to 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

Scope of Position

Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Ocean Import Department.

 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Operations/Industry KnowledgeCustomer ServiceVendor RelationsProcedure and Productivity Standards AdherenceAccountingAccurate and Timely BillingSelf DevelopmentUnderstand department process flow, looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivityOverseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)Escalation of problems to Management when necessary

 

Qualifications

 

Bachelor's degree preferred.6 months experience in Ocean ImportEffective interpersonal skills.Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Attention to DetailFluent in English

Reporting Structure

Ocean Import Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick TimeHealth Plan: MedicalLife InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTraining and Personnel Development ProgramGrowth opportunities within the companyEmployee Referral Program Bonus