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Customs Brokerage Agent
- Expeditors (Ellenwood, GA)
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•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.
+ 15,000 trained professionals
+ 250+ locations worldwide
+ Fortune 500
+ Globally unified systems
Operations:
+ Ensure accurate and timely LOG to DLV process flow
+ Meet compliance at all times to regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer policies / requirements.
+ Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency.
+ Oversight and execution on all customer standard operating procedures via the DLSOP.
+ Work with the team on meeting KPI standards, as per department goals and metrics.
Support the supervisor in the following areas:
+ Daily review of workflow and reports to support the team in meeting metrics
+ Audit files and support the team in ensuring that the team is meeting operating process standards and compliance regulations.
+ Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and governmental Customs organizations.
+ Monitor training and timely completion of items on team’s learning plan and PDP.
+ Push information to the department daily that enhances productivity, metrics, and overall purpose/ vision.
Sales / Retention:
+ Participate in the transition of new business/ updates to existing business.
+ Assist in retention calls and complete reviews of customer data in preparation for QMRs
People:
+ Identify with manager / supervisor, develop, and mentor your No. 2.
Support the supervisor where needed:
+ Allocate workloads within team to ensure smooth operations during peak activity or staff absence.
+ Be a guide for the team - mentor agents
+ Follow-up new hires training as per the company requirement standards.
+ Periodically communicate department goals and expectations with team to ensure buy-in and accountability.
Systems:
+ Promote productivity tools
+ Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements with your team.
+ Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.
+ Set the tone of this environment within your team.
Culture:
+ Proactively promote the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.
Education and Experience:
+ Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
+ A minimum of 3 years of Customs Brokerage/Compliance experience
+ Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)
+ Ability to type:45wpm
+ Ability to work under pressure
+ Ability to adapt to changes
+ High level of attention to detail
+ Strong organizational skills
+ Strong communication skills
+ Process oriented
Training Requirements:
+ Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training
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
Shift:
Tuesday - Saturday (08:00am - 05:00pm)
Sunday - Thursday (08:00am - 05:00pm)
Reporting Structure: Customer Brokerage Lead, Supervisor, Manager
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