Customs Brokerage Agent

"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! 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 We 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 Position: Ensure the proper and timely movement and clearance of freight, while providing exceptional customer service within the Customs Brokerage department. Key Responsibilities: + Ensure smooth and timely shipment process flow + Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system based on defined metrics + Track and trace shipments + Provide proactive and clear communication to internal and external customers + Ensure accurate and timely client billing, including dispute resolution + Understand customer expectation to ensure all the elements of the SOP and KPI's are met + Ensure compliance to company policies and external regulations + Complete cross training in order to support team coverage + Professionally represent Expeditors to our customers, service providers, and government agencies Expectations: + Continually identify areas to improve efficiency + Embrace and adopt technology to optimize their ability to complete their work + Achieve standard of 52 hours training per year, including all mandatory trainings + Drive and develop customer relationship in order to exceed their expectations + Have a sense of urgency, be willing to help by offering solutions ***MUST BE LOCAL*** + Have knowledge and/or prior experience of industry specific qualifications + Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results + Pro-active, strong organizational skills + Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Expected Hourly Range: $22.00 - $28.00 Expeditors offers excellent benefits: + Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days) + Holidays (10) + Flexible Days (2) + Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid) + 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match + Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) + Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Life and Disability Insurance + Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria) + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA) + Commuter Benefit + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Learning & Development Program + Educational Assistance and Reimbursement All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines. May be eligible for bonus following first year of continuous employment in position.