Import Operations Agent

Company DescriptionBecome 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 is to 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 DescriptionScope of PositionEnsure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Import Department. Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsure smooth and timely freight process flowEnsure accurate and timely data entry into our operating systemTrack and trace Import files as requiredUse Workflows on daily basisEnsure timely delivery of freight to customers for Import shipmentsEnsure documents are timely sent to customer or broker for customs purposesEnsure accurate and timely client and Service Providers billingInteract with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standardsContribute to maintain strong relationships with suppliers (airlines, 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’s policies / requirements.Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiencyEnsure all customers' standard operating procedures are followed and updatedMeet KPI standards, as per the company proceduresOverseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)Qualifications6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceUnderstanding of air/ocean documentation process a plusEffective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive resultsPro-active, strong organizational skillsGood computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)IATA certification (preferred)Fluent in EnglishAdditional InformationExpeditors offers excellent benefits:Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick TimeHealth Plan: MedicalLife InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTraining and Personnel Development ProgramGrowth opportunities within the companyEmployee Referral Program Bonus