Air Services Agent

Company Description

“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.

• 20,000 trained professionals
• 350+ locations worldwide
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

Job Description

As an Air Services Agent, you'll keep air freight and the information that goes with it moving accurately and on time. You'll work with customers, partners and colleagues across our network to deliver exceptional customer service on every shipment.

In this role, you will:

• Receive and review shipping documents for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare, route and process air shipments in line with operating procedures
• Manage freight receipt and keep cargo moving on schedule
• Monitor shipments from origin to destination and proactively update customers and partners
• Enter data into our operating system accurately and on time
• Follow each customer's standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Build strong relationships with customers, carriers and service providers
• Respond promptly to internal and external requests and escalate issues to management when needed

Qualifications

• Customer service experience
• Knowledge of the global logistics industry
• Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, organized and able to meet deadlines
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude

Additional Information

Employee Benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical
• Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program