What are the responsibilities and job description for the Import/Export Agent position at Associated Global Systems?
Company Profile:
Associated Global Systems has been serving customers since 1958. With over 125 locations and a nationwide staff of transportation experts, we can handle shipments of any size to or from any zip code in the U.S. and Canada and 150 countries worldwide.
Our specialty is providing logistics solutions customized to our customer’s needs. We offer innovative, cost-effective solutions for domestic and international freight forwarding utilizing air and ocean and providing an outstanding program of supply chain services.
Job Description for Import/Export Agent:
We are looking for a dynamic Import/Export Agent to join our International Department. The ideal candidate will have import and export experience, great attention to detail, be eager to learn and grow with the company.
Responsibilities of an Import/Export Agent include:
- Handling import shipments including quoting, coordinating pick up, tracking and billing
- Handling export shipments, air and ocean, all aspects from door to door.
- AES processing
- Customer Service
- Import document processing
- Coordination with overseas agents, airlines, etc.
Qualifications and Skills required of an Import/Export Agent include:
- Minimum of 2 years of international export and import experience
- Ocean experience a plus
- Strong ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft office suite
- Candidates should be self-motivated, detailed oriented and have ability to work well in a team environment
- 2nd Language a plus
- College preferred
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 401K
- Medical and dental coverage
- Short term and long term disability programs
- Life insurance
- Sick and Vacation paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- international freight: 2 years (Preferred)
- import/export: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location