What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transcon Agent position at Expeditors?
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.
Major Duties And Responsibilities
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Monday - Friday (08:00am - 5:00pm)
Reporting Structure: Transcon Supervisor, Transcon Manager
“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.
- 15,000 trained professionals
- 250 locations worldwide
- Fortune 500
- Globally unified systems
Major Duties And Responsibilities
- Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
- Track and Trace Transcon files and reporting
- Ensure accurate and timely client and vendor billing
- Ensure delivery of freight and timely clearance when applicable
- Interact with customers in arranging their shipments to meet customers service standards
- Contribute and maintain good relationships with suppliers
- Meet compliance at all times
- Network communications, timely responses to emails and requests
- Meet KPI standards in accordance with Company policy
- Understand customers procedures and maintain updated internal DLSOPs
- Bachelor's Degree or1-year related experience
- Domestic Transportation industry knowledge
- Understanding of ocean documentation process a plus
- Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
- Pro-active, strong organizational skills
- Good computer skills (Excel, Word)
- Hazardous Materials certification (preferred)
- Fluent in English: written and verbal communication
- Ability to type: 45 wpm
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical
- Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Growth opportunities within the company
- Employee Referral Program Bonus
Monday - Friday (08:00am - 5:00pm)
Reporting Structure: Transcon Supervisor, Transcon Manager
