Customer Service Agent - Onsite at Expeditors

Milpitas, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office, English Fluency, Inventory Control, Distribution Operations, Customer Service, Order Processing, Freight Process Flow, Compliance Management

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Company Description “We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder As a Fortune 500 company, Expeditors employs more than 18,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 300 locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight, customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definite transportation, order management, warehousing, distribution and customized logistics solutions. Expeditors is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Job Description Scope of Position: To support the Distribution Manager by ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient warehouse operations—overseeing all shipment handling activities to meet regulatory requirements and service cut‑offs—while delivering reliable, high‑quality service that meets customer and business commitments. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Daily process and input of all customer orders Generate all related paperwork and necessary information required for customer work orders, checks all orders for special requests Trace orders as required and notifies customers of any activity concerning their order. Maintain excellent working relationships with customers by responding to all inquiries and complaints concerning work orders, invoices, shipments, inventory counts, etc. in a courteous and efficient manner. Report customer feedback to management, including any signs of customer dissatisfaction. Contribute to maintain strong relationships with vendors (trucking companies, and others). Meet compliance at all times to regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer policies / requirements. Meet KPI standards, as per the company’s procedures Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow Understand department process flow, and 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 Oversees all paperwork associated with orders and maintain the corresponding files Attend training classes when required and meet company standards of 52 hours training per year per employee. Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride. Maintain the level of appearance of the warehouse expected by the Expeditors culture Check for and verify all documentation while completing required processes accurately and efficiently Unload and load cargo in a safely, accurately and efficiently Arrange for the transfer of cargo using radio, telephone and computer communication Responsible for updating and entering event codes when necessary When instructed, responsible for conducting cycle counts, physical inventories and the overall accuracy of the inventory stored within the facility. Knowledge: Expeditors company policies and procedures. Expeditors products and services Skills: Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results. Pro-active, strong organizational skills. Good Microsoft Office skills Fluent in operational English, both oral and written Behaviors: Adhere to the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year ***ONSITE AT CLIENT***LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY*** Qualifications Education (preferred level) high school degree 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in inventory control and/or distribution operations 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 Expected compensation $22.00 to $30.00 per hour. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

Support the Distribution Manager by overseeing safe and efficient warehouse operations and shipment handling. Manage customer orders, documentation, and inventory while maintaining strong relationships with clients and vendors.