San Diego, California, USA
62 days ago
Customer Service Representative

Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but 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.

15,000 trained professionals250+ locations worldwideFortune 500Globally unified systems

Job Description

Scope of Position

Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Export Department.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure smooth and timely freight process flowEnsure accurate and timely data entry into our operating systemTrack and trace shipments as requiredUtilize Process Monitors and Workflows on daily basisEnsure timely movement and delivery of freight to customers Ensure documents are timely sent to customer or broker for customs purposesEnsure accurate and timely client invoicingInteract with our customers in arranging their shipments, exceeding customer service expectationsContribute to maintain strong relationships with suppliers (airlines, steamship lines, 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)

QualificationsCustomer Service: 6 months to 1 year experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceUnderstanding of transportation documentation and terms is a plusEffective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive resultsPro-active, strong organizational skillsStrong desire to learnGood computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Fluent in English - Bilingual Spanish preferredMust be able to pass TSA background check

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and VisionLife and Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development Program

The pay range for this position is $20-$22/ hour.

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

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