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Expeditors Air Import Agent in Feltham, United Kingdom
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 is to 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 timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Air Import Department.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operating system
Track and trace Air Import files as required
Use Workflows on daily basis
Ensure timely delivery of freight to customers for Import shipments
Ensure documents are timely sent to customer or broker for customs purposes
Ensure accurate and timely client and Service Providers billing
Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards
Contribute to maintain strong relationships with suppliers (airlines, trucking companies, and others)
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's policies / requirements.
Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency
Ensure all customers' standard operating procedures are followed and updated
Meet KPI standards, as per the company procedures
Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)
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 externally (customers, service providers) and internally (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.
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.
Training Requirements:
· Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training
Education and Experience:
· 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Private Medical Insurance
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Bike to work scheme
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Personnel Development Programme
26 WFH days annually