Ocean Export Agent

Expeditors • Bensenville, IL • 5h ago

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!

Ensure smooth and timely freight flow

Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system

Track and Trace Ocean Export Files and reporting

Use the Global Ocean Export Monitor daily.

Ensure documents are sent timely and Shipping notices communicated to overseas and customers

Ensure accurate and timely client and vendors billing.

Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards.

Contribute to maintaining good relationships with suppliers (Ocean carriers, trucking companies and others involved).

Always meet compliance with 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 outstanding 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.

Knowledge:

A good understanding of Expeditors' Products and Services

Understanding of ocean documentation process, a plus.

Hazardous Materials certification (preferred).

Skills:

Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.

Pro-active, strong organizational skills.

Good Microsoft Office and computer skills

Behaviors:

Positive and willing to help attitude

Training Requirements:

Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training

Additional Information

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

26 work from home days per year

The position pays $20.00-$28.00 per hour based on education and experience

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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