Ocean Import Agent at Expeditors

Mexico City, Ciudad de México, Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Data Entry, Freight Process, Organizational Skills, Communication, Problem Solving, Compliance, Training, Interpersonal Skills, Logistics, Ocean Import, Tracking, Billing, Supplier Relations, Operational Efficiency, SOP Management

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

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 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 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. Qualifications 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 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

Responsibilities

Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information while providing exceptional customer service within the Ocean Import Department. Interact with customers to arrange international shipments and maintain good relationships with suppliers.