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Expeditors Road Transport Agent - Day & Night shifts 4 on 4 off 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!
Job Description
This position reports to the Regional Ground Network Services Manager, Ground Network Operations Manager, Ground Network Supervisors and Lead Agents. The Ground Network Services (GNS) agents support the execution of the GNS by managing daily truck operations and managing the smooth flow of GNS shipments through the network. Various work schedules may be required for this position, including late afternoon and evening, nights, weekends and holidays.
This position is for night and day shift 18:00 - 06:00 / 06:00 – 18:00 4 on 4 off pattern.
Qualifications
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
Optimizing route planning and truck utilization
Interact with our customers (internal and external) in arranging their shipments, meeting customer service standards.
Contribute to and maintain a good relationship with suppliers
Meet compliance at all times to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations.
Understand department process flow, and looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
Ensure all standard operating procedures in place
Meet KPI standards in accordance with the Company’s procedures
Timely communication
Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
Adhere to the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humour, and Visionary.
Skills:
6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience prefered
Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
Pro-active, strong organizational skills
Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
Fluent in English
Behaviours:
Positive and willing to help attitude
This position is for night and day shift 18:00 - 06:00 / 06:00 – 18:00 4on 4off pattern.
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Competitive salary
Pension
Private Medical Insurance
Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Personnel Development Program