• Customer Service Representative

    Forward Air (Savannah, GA)


    Job Summary

    The Customer Service Representative plays a critical role in supporting intermodal operations by providing exceptional service to external customers. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage inquiries related to freight availability, shipment tracking, and documentation. The ideal candidate will have prior intermodal experience and familiarity with port operations, including Georgia Port Authority processes and container handling. Working closely with Omni, Forward Air, and regional intermodal team members, the CSR will ensure smooth onboarding and training without the need for travel. This is a full-time, on-site role that demands accuracy, professionalism, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Answer incoming customer calls and provide detailed information regarding shipments and freight availability.

    + Notify customers daily of freight availability and status updates.

    + Perform data entry for domestic and international bills of lading.

    + Monitor and respond to email requests promptly and professionally.

    + Perform daily audits on all outbound shipments to ensure compliance.

    + Maintain organized files in accordance with operations procedures and policy manuals.

    + Collaborate with regional intermodal team members for on-site training and process alignment.

    + Support container acceptance and proper documentation for smaller stations.

    + All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.

    Qualifications

    + Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

    + Certification/Licensure: Must be able to pass basic hazardous materials training.

    + Minimum of 2 years of customer service experience in the transportation or intermodal industry.

    + Strong understanding of industry documents (bill of lading, master air way bills, TSA forms, etc.).

    + Ability to perform general administrative duties, including filing, data entry, and photocopying.

    + Must have intermodal experience; ability to work independently without extensive training.

    + Demonstrated ability to handle heavy workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

    + Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.

    + Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.).

    + Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.

     

    Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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    About Us

     

    Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

     

    Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

     

    Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication

     

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