Air Import Agent

Company Description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

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.

Our Mission

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!

Ensure the proper and timely movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Air Import department.

Responsibilities

Smooth and timely freight flow.; Accurate and timely data entry into our operating system.; Track and trace Air Import files as required.; Daily monitoring of in-transit delays & update of the appropriate event codes.; Timely delivery of freight to customers for Import shipments.; Ensure documents are timely sent to outside brokers for customs purposes.; Always meet compliance with regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer’s policies / requirements.; Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)

Requirements

Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.; Pro-active, strong organizational skills, work well in a fast-paced environment; Good computer skills (Excel, Word).; College Degree preferred