Domestic Vertical Agent 10:00am-7:00pm

Expeditors

Domestic Vertical Agent 10:00am-7:00pm

Bensenville, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    ** Expeditors Core Competencies**

    This section lists the core business-critical skills, knowledge and behavior applicable to all Expeditors employees , regardless of position, and should not be edited. Note that these competencies are found in employee’s My Development Plan view and in the employee’s performance evaluation in the Professional Development Center.

    • Exceptional Customer Service:

    Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers. (This skill expectation applies both externally (customers, service providers) and internally (other Expeditors offices/employees).

    • Job Execution:

    Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network. All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations.

    • Reliability:

    Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize.

    • Collaboration:

    Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay.

    • Communication:

    Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and responds to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards.

    • Culture:

    Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.

    • Personal Growth and Development:

    Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate.

    • ** Product Agent Core Competencies**

    This section lists the core business-critical skills, knowledge and behavior applicable to all product agents , regardless of department or position, and should not be edited. Note that these competencies are found in employee’s

    My Personal Development Plan view in the Professional Development Center.

    • Timely and Accurate Shipment Processing

    Ensures smooth and timely freight process flow according to Expeditors' operational procedures. Follows customer's standard operating procedures and proactively notifies customers of any issues. Consistently meets KPI standards, as per company's procedures.

    • Timely and Accurate Data Entry

    Ensures accurate and timely data entry into our operational systems according to Expeditors' operational procedures and customer requirements. Monitors exception reports for quick data integrity resolution.

    • Timely and Accurate Billing and Accounting

    Invoices customers the expected charges timely and accurately and according to Expeditors and customer requirements. Properly provisions service provider charges to avoid reserves. Follows proper credit approval processes in order to minimize risk and protect the company.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Transcon Job Specific Tasks and Duties: To ensure that TRANSCON customers are served from/in the managing branch; To support the TRANSCON Lead/Supervisor with meeting customer requirements for all inbound/ Outbound shipments and truck dispatching, while supporting other TRANSCON team members and management when needed

    • Knowledge to create Import Export files
    • Understand and use the Transcon Temperature Control workflow and other tools to ensure shipments have the proper events in the files.
    • Temperature Control GDP Training
    • Temperature Control warehouse duties builds, blankets.

    ** Distribution Job-Specific Tasks and Duties**

    This section lists job-specific tasks and duties that are completed on a regular basis by the employee this list may be edited to the specific job role.

    • Receipt Management
    • Inventory Management
    • Data entry / Order Management
    • Routing
    • Reviewing customer SOP and rates

    ** Physical Demands**

    • Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.
    • Write with pencil/pen/marker
    • Functions performed primarily while seated at desk

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Global logistics industry knowledge
    • Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)
    • Fluent in English

    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
    • Up to 26 work from home days annually

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

  • Industry
    Transportation / Trucking / Railroad