Shipping & Freight CSR - Flexible Hours & Growth

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in Elk Grove Village, IL seeks a Customer Service Representative - Non Exempt to support sales and operations, coordinating with customers and overseas partners and handling inquiries, orders, and documentation.

The role emphasizes accurate data management, invoicing, and timely communication to maintain service levels while assisting growth in market share and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Prior customer service experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of freight forwarding industry (international and domestic).
• Basic sales knowledge a plus.
• Knowledge of inventory control is preferred.
• Proficient in PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to perform basic math for freight, storage, duty, and charges.

Responsibilities

• Perform customer service duties with correspondence to customers and overseas partners, e-mails fax, etc.
• Provide customers with shipping information, inbound/outbound transaction and inventory status information.
• Conduct telephone sales to prospective customers.
• Set up and maintain customer files and profiles.
• Update inventory data, rate files, and create reports.
• Update statement data and issue Invoices for customers in a timely manner.
• Contact customers following sales and activities to ensure ongoing customer satisfaction and resolve any complaints.
• Contact customers who have not shipped regularly to determine shipping status.
• Assist operation staff with correspondence e-mails, faxes, etc.
• Perform other duties as requested

Skills

Customer service experience

Freight forwarding knowledge

Sales knowledge

Inventory control knowledge

Basic math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in Elk Grove Village, IL seeks a Customer Service Representative - Non Exempt to support sales and operations, coordinating with customers and overseas partners and handling inquiries, orders, and documentation.

The role emphasizes accurate data management, invoicing, and timely communication to maintain service levels while assisting growth in market share and customer satisfaction.