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Expeditors Logistics Transportation Specialist - Evenings in Eagan, Minnesota
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 18,000 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 is to 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!
Entry level position that provides opportunity for advancement based on success. Heavy focus on international airfreight and includes basic warehouse activities/inventory management. Strong training program available to develop skillset with leading global logistics provider.
*Position Hours are 11am-8pm Monday-Friday
Timely and professional communication with clients and offices through high volume of email, phone, instant message, and in person.
Tracking and tracing of freight
Preparation of quotes to clients
Client notification of shipment delays, missing cargo, damaged freight
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operations system
Ensure accurate and timely client billing
Ensure compliance at all times to regulations
Dispatch freight
Monitor reports
Contribute to maintaining strong vendor relationships - airlines, trucking companies, and others
Meet key performance indicators in support of department, branch, product, and company goals
Desire to understand overall department process flow and constantly seek opportunities for improved efficiency
Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Customer Service: 6 months to 1 year experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
Pro-active, strong organizational skills
Strong desire to learn
Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Basic US/Global Geography
Fluent in English
Expeditors offers excellent benefits
Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Personnel Development Program
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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