Ocean Import Agent

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! 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

• Log & Prepare File For Import
• Receive Documents
• Process shipments
• Monitor shipments
• Operations/Industry Knowledge
• Customer Service
• Vendor Relations
• Procedure and Productivity Standards Adherence
• 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
• Global logistics industry knowledge
  
  Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Attention to Detail
• Fluent in English
  
  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.
  
  Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Programme