Warehousing and Transportation Associate

Expeditors•Eagan, MN

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an agent with Expeditors, you will take ownership of a customer portfolio, being responsible for bookings, accurate pick up and scheduling of transportation between customer, service provider, and receiver. You will provide timely and accurate documentation, processes through Expeditors systems within the operational process standards. You will communicate delays and work with autonomy to solve challenges to achieve delivery needs of your clients. This is an entry-level position that provides opportunity for advancement based on success. Heavy focus on ground/road freight and warehousing/distribution which includes basic warehouse activities/inventory management. Strong training program available to develop skillset with leading global logistics provider.

Requirements

Previous experience within the logistics field or equivalent training of 2 years
Associates or Bachelors Degree
Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)
Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Fluent in English

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
Track and Trace truck transportation shipments and reporting
Coordinate domestic and/or international shipments
Ensure accurate and timely client billing
Learn US Export and Dangerous Goods compliance regulations
Contribute and maintain good relationships with suppliers
Meet both company and US compliance standards at all times
Meet KPI standards in accordance with Company policy
Take ownership of a customer portfolio, being responsible for bookings, accurate pick up and scheduling of transportation between customer, service provider and receiver.
Provide timely and accurate documentation, processes through Expeditors systems within the operational process standards.
Communicate delays and work with autonomy to solve challenges to achieve delivery needs of your clients.
Perform basic warehouse activities/inventory management.

Benefits

Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
Holidays (10)
Flexible Days (2)
Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
Commuter Benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training and Personnel Development Program
Educational Assistance and Reimbursement