Ocean Import Agent

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 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!Scope of PositionEnsure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Ocean Import Department.Major Duties and Responsibilities

Operations/Industry Knowledge

Customer Service

Vendor Relations

Procedure and Productivity Standards Adherence

Accounting

Accurate and Timely Billing

Self Development

Understand department process flow, looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity

Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)

Escalation of problems to Management when necessary

Bachelor's degree preferred.

6 months experience in Ocean Import

Effective interpersonal skills.

Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Attention to Detail

Fluent in English

Reporting Structure

Ocean Import Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time

Health Plan: Medical

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Personnel Development Program

Growth opportunities within the company

Employee Referral Program Bonus