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.

19,000 trained professionals350+ locations worldwideFortune 500Globally unified systems

Job Description

Scope of Position:  To ensure that TRANSCON customers are served in the managing branch; To support the TRANSCON Lead/Supervisor with meeting customer requirements for all Outbound shipments and truck dispatching, while supporting other TRANSCON team members and management when needed.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Operations:

Knowledge to create all Export and/or Import files.Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow.Use Transcon Workflow and Transcon Exception reports daily.Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system.Ensure shipments are created accurately, timely, and paperwork sent to customers and carriers.CDP/CPU, LKH/LKD, EPU, XK,Ensure shipments are processed accurately same day as FRD.FRD, Routing, Rating, SHI’s, SHR’s, BLP, APR, APTEnsure shipments are accurately routed, rated, and consoled out nightly based on customer requirements.BKD, PBK, ETA, TSF, GNR, LDD, COB, XMTAssist with Track and Trace TRANSCON Files and reporting.Warehouse support pertaining to dock checks, validating freight, etc.Interact with our customers in arranging their TRANSCON shipments, meeting customer service standards.Contribute to new hire operational training.Contribute to maintain good relationships with service providers.Always meet compliance to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations.Meet KPI standards in accordance with the Company’s procedures.      Network communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)Escalation of problems to Management when necessary.Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride. Proactively promote the company’s ten cultural attributes:  Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.Attend branch meetings and accumulate required number of training hours (52).

QualificationsKnowledge of the Chicagoland area.Six months to one-year related experience in Domestic operations.Operations/Industry Knowledge preferred.Excellent oral and written communication skillsA proven history of providing exceptional customer service at all levels.Effective people skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.Excellent organizational skills, time management skills in addition to a professional attitudeGreat attitude and background based on compliments from customers and coworkers.Strong MS Office skills including Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNoteSecond shift position  

Additional Information

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