Foreign Trade Zone Agent

Expeditors

El Paso (TX)

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USD 40.000 - 55.000

Tempo pieno

2 giorni fa

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Paid Vacation

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Health Plan: Medical

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Personnel Development

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Descrizione del lavoro

Expeditors in El Paso seeks a Product Agent to ensure timely and accurate shipment processing with exceptional customer service. You will handle documents, prepare customs entries, and monitor clearances.

You will enter data into operating systems, communicate with customers, and follow Expeditors' procedures and KPI standards. The role emphasizes reliability, collaboration, and growth within a global logistics network.

Competenze

Global logistics knowledge
Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word
Fluent in English

Mansioni

Receive documents and prepare customs entries
Understand import/export customs SOP
Ensure data entry into operating systems is accurate and timely
Ensure timely customs clearance of shipments
Monitor customs clearances and communicate with customers
Timely and accurate shipment processing
Timely and accurate data entry
Timely and accurate billing and accounting

Conoscenze

Global logistics knowledge

MS Excel

MS Word

Fluent English

Descrizione del lavoro

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but 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.

19,000 trained professionals
300+ locations worldwide
Fortune 500
Globally unified systems

Job Description

Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service.

WHAT YOU DO:

Tasks and Duties

Receive documents.
Prepare customs entries in Exp.o Customs.
Understand the elements of the Import & export customs SOP.
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into operating systems.
Ensure timely customs clearance of shipments.
Monitor customs clearances and communicate with Customers.

Physical Demands

Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.
Functions performed primarily while seated at desk

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

Exceptional Customer Service

Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers. (This skill expectation applies both external (customers, service providers) and internal (other Expeditors offices/employees).

Job Execution

Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network. All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations.

Reliability

Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize.

Collaboration

Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay.

Communication

Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and responds to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards.

Culture

Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.

Personal Growth and Development

Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate.

Product Agent Job-Specific Performance Expectations

Timely and Accurate Shipment Processing

Ensures smooth and timely freight process flow according to Expeditors' operational procedures. Follows customer's standard operating procedures and proactively notifies customers of any issues. Consistently meets KPI standards, as per company's procedures.

Timely and Accurate Data Entry

Ensures accurate and timely data entry into our operational systems according to Expeditors' operational procedures and customer requirements. Monitors exception reports for quick data integrity resolution.

Timely and Accurate Billing and Accounting

Invoices customers the expected charges timely and accurately and according to Expeditors and customer requirements. Properly provisions service provider charges to avoid reserves. Follows proper credit approval processes in order to minimize risk and protect the company.

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