Air operations Agent

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a proactive Air Operations Specialist in Elk Grove Village, IL to act as the frontline representative for North America. You will manage customer relationships, ensure smooth end-to-end shipments, and coordinate with warehouses, commercial teams, and global service centres to resolve issues quickly.

The role requires 1–2 years of airfreight experience, strong communication, and solid knowledge of operational systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of airfreight process knowledge.
• Strong customer focus and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic operational systems.
• Experience with CargoWise is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver best-in-class customer service and proactively resolve issues.
• Ensure end-to-end shipment execution with internal teams.
• Adhere to processes, standards, IOPs, and KPI requirements.
• Identify upsell opportunities and drive value across the network.
• Communicate proactively with all stakeholders and teams.
• Collaborate with Warehouses, Commercial, Product, and Global Service Centres.

Skills

Customer centricity

Composure

Perseverant & action oriented

Collaborative

Problem solving

Excellent communicator

Operational system knowledge

Interpersonal skills

English language proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in related business area preferred

Tools

CargoWise

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

About Us: As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us! If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you! Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

Summary

Primary and front-line representation of Air Operations and Services in North America to external customers and internal stakeholders.

Deliver a superior experience to our customers and work proactively in identifying issues and mitigating them. Ensure issues are raised are resolved quickly and proactively and well communicated to our customers and network.

Closely collaborate with other teams within and across the Areas, Region and Global Network. Act as the first point of contact for Operations and Services, actively building strong relationships with customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Relationship: Point of contact for customers and act as an advocate for the customer internally; actively build strong relationships with customers and gain an understanding of their business, service needs, drivers and desires.
• Customer Experience: Proactively serve the customer to achieve best-in-class customer service.
• Process Execution: Ensure smooth execution of the end-to-end shipment by working closely with customer and internal stakeholders.
• Standard Adherence: Adhere to processes in line with the agreed standards, customer specific IOP’s, and respective KPI’s. Ensure all compliance matters are followed.
• Business growth: Identify and execute upselling opportunities; drive value through the network.
• Proactive Communication: Communicate with all stakeholders in a proactive and professional manner in all matters.
• Internal Stakeholder Focus: Interact with Warehouses, Commercial, Product, and Global Service Centres, as required.
• Support Processes of other functional groups as necessary, including Revenue Management, Compliance, Claims, Implementation, and systems testing.
• Complete Any Other Duties as assigned by direct leader as needed to support the business.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in related business area is preferred
• 1-2 years of experience with Airfreight process knowledge
• Customer centricity
• Composure
• Perseverant & action oriented
• Collaborative
• Problem solving
• Excellent communicator
• Operational system knowledge
• Interpersonal skills
• English language proficiency (written and spoken)
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• CargoWise experience preferred

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of IATA regulations and airline cargo procedures.
• Experience with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and AES/EEI filing requirements.
• Knowledge of Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and export compliance procedures.
• Experience with TSA air cargo security requirements.
• Customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize shipments based on airline cut-offs, customer requirements, and operational deadlines.

Company Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range

$60,000.00 - $63,000.00 plus incentive*

• The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

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