Ocean Export Agent
Company Name:
Select Family of Staffing Companies
Ocean Export Agent
Weekly paychecks Health Care Other Great Benefits
We are currently looking for an Ocean Export Coordinator in the South San Francisco area to start immediately.
OBJECTIVES
Operational duties to include coordination with shippers, truckers, steamship lines and offices for the export of shipments.
Complete process of shipment includes arranging for pick-up or inland transportation, booking, document preparation (bill of lading, invoicing, certificate of origin, export declaration and/or AES, if applicable) forwarding, follow-up with tracking and tracing to final destination and data quality requirement.
Customer Service responsibilities include maintaining communication with vendor, shipper, customer, carrier and overseas offices throughout the process and choosing proper routing appropriate to the customer's needs.
Negotiate cost-effective rates with service providers to ensure maximum profitability.
Maintain SOP (standard operating procedures) and customer profiles including key contacts, special requirements, contract rates and preferred routings/services/carriers.
Participate in quotes for overseas offices as requested.
Review information published on Intranet system daily.
Immediately report problems, operation disputes or discrepancies to supervisor, manager, divisional manager or branch manager.
Read and work in accordance with Quality Management Work Instructions and QHSE procedures (ISO9001).
Employees may also have additional responsibilities in accordance with supporting a specific department(s)/division(s) and/or be tasked with specific, individualized assignments.
PROBLEM SOLVING & DECISION MAKING SKILLS
Resolve issues respective to meeting client requirements, data input - general customer service inquiries related to tracking & tracing.
Resolve billing discrepancies and discrepancies against client SOP's.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
College a plus or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE
Usually requires a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in freight forwarding.
Ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years current work experience in ocean freight forwarding.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Good working knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities, seaport.
Basic knowledge of U.S. Administration Regulations (FAA, FMC, EAR, Hazmat) and other government agency requirements.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; and PC skills.
Employee requires completion of IMO Security training classes.
LANGUAGES
English
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work overtime when needed
If you are interested in applying for this position, please go to http://www.selectstaffing.com and fill out our online application or call us at 650-592-1862
______________________________________________________
Need flexibility in your work schedule?
Crave a high-pay, low-stress job opportunity?
Want someone to cut through the noise and find the ideal job for you?
Join the Select Staffing team, and we'll get you on a new career path. From helping you tune up your resume to accelerating your skills with our computer training, we'll get you on the road to professional success!
Potential Select benefits include health insurance, dependent care assistance accounts, referral bonuses, and safety incentives, as well as the best temporary, part-time, and full-time positions available in today's growing job market.
Select is proud to invite qualified job seekers to join our team of talented Associates. Please note our screening requirements before applying: All applicants must provide documentation proving that they are eligible to work in the United States and may be asked to submit to a drug test and reference and background checks.
Need some additional job hunting advice? Anita Clew has answers!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Select Family of Staffing Companies
Ocean Export Agent
Weekly paychecks Health Care Other Great Benefits
We are currently looking for an Ocean Export Coordinator in the South San Francisco area to start immediately.
OBJECTIVES
Operational duties to include coordination with shippers, truckers, steamship lines and offices for the export of shipments.
Complete process of shipment includes arranging for pick-up or inland transportation, booking, document preparation (bill of lading, invoicing, certificate of origin, export declaration and/or AES, if applicable) forwarding, follow-up with tracking and tracing to final destination and data quality requirement.
Customer Service responsibilities include maintaining communication with vendor, shipper, customer, carrier and overseas offices throughout the process and choosing proper routing appropriate to the customer's needs.
Negotiate cost-effective rates with service providers to ensure maximum profitability.
Maintain SOP (standard operating procedures) and customer profiles including key contacts, special requirements, contract rates and preferred routings/services/carriers.
Participate in quotes for overseas offices as requested.
Review information published on Intranet system daily.
Immediately report problems, operation disputes or discrepancies to supervisor, manager, divisional manager or branch manager.
Read and work in accordance with Quality Management Work Instructions and QHSE procedures (ISO9001).
Employees may also have additional responsibilities in accordance with supporting a specific department(s)/division(s) and/or be tasked with specific, individualized assignments.
PROBLEM SOLVING & DECISION MAKING SKILLS
Resolve issues respective to meeting client requirements, data input - general customer service inquiries related to tracking & tracing.
Resolve billing discrepancies and discrepancies against client SOP's.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
College a plus or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE
Usually requires a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in freight forwarding.
Ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years current work experience in ocean freight forwarding.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Good working knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities, seaport.
Basic knowledge of U.S. Administration Regulations (FAA, FMC, EAR, Hazmat) and other government agency requirements.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; and PC skills.
Employee requires completion of IMO Security training classes.
LANGUAGES
English
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work overtime when needed
If you are interested in applying for this position, please go to http://www.selectstaffing.com and fill out our online application or call us at 650-592-1862
______________________________________________________
Need flexibility in your work schedule?
Crave a high-pay, low-stress job opportunity?
Want someone to cut through the noise and find the ideal job for you?
Join the Select Staffing team, and we'll get you on a new career path. From helping you tune up your resume to accelerating your skills with our computer training, we'll get you on the road to professional success!
Potential Select benefits include health insurance, dependent care assistance accounts, referral bonuses, and safety incentives, as well as the best temporary, part-time, and full-time positions available in today's growing job market.
Select is proud to invite qualified job seekers to join our team of talented Associates. Please note our screening requirements before applying: All applicants must provide documentation proving that they are eligible to work in the United States and may be asked to submit to a drug test and reference and background checks.
Need some additional job hunting advice? Anita Clew has answers!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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