Ocean Import Agent

Expeditors

Ocean Import Agent

Nashville, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    ** _ THIS POSITION IS IN PERSON ONLY_** ** , DOES NOT SPONSOR WORK VISA'S, AND HAS NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE.**

    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 Responsibilities

    • Operations/Industry Knowledge
    • Customer Service
    • Vendor Relations
    • Procedure and Productivity Standards Adherence
    • Accounting
    • Accurate and Timely Billing
    • Self Development
    • Understand department process flow, 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
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree preferred
    • Effective interpersonal skills
    • Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
    • Attention to Detail
    • Fluent in English

    Reporting Structure

    • Ocean Import Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager

    Additional Information

    ** _ THIS POSITION IS IN PERSON ONLY_** ** , DOES NOT SPONSOR WORK VISA'S, AND HAS NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE.**

    Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

    • Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
    • Health Plan: Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Life Insurance
    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
    • Training and Personnel Development Program
    • Growth opportunities within the company
    • Employee Referral Program Bonus
  • Industry
    Transportation / Trucking / Railroad