Import Transportation Agent

Expeditors•Austin, TX

About The Position

Scope of Position Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Air Import Department.

Requirements

6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
Pro-active, strong organizational skills
Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Fluent in English

Nice To Haves

Understanding of air and/or documentation process a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operating system
Track and trace Air/Ocean Import files as required
Use Workflows on daily basis
Ensure timely delivery of freight to customers for Import shipments
Ensure documents are timely sent to customer or broker for customs purposes
Ensure accurate and timely client and Service Providers billing
Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards
Contribute 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 efficiency
Ensure all customers' standard operating procedures are followed and updated
Meet KPI standards, as per the company procedures
Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)