Domestic Agent I - Palatine, United States - AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.

Verified Company

Palatine, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Introduction:

_ Come move the world with us_
Wake up each day to be part of a
_global movement_. A movement to make an impact. A movement to go for it A movement to provide best-in class solutions. A movement to be empowered. A movement to do the right thing.

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Overview:

The
_Domestic Agent I _has high visibility, is the primary contact for designated customers, and responsible for the outcome of assigned projects including customer service, tracking, routing, problem resolution, vendor compliance and customer interaction.

Responsibilities:

Essential

Quoting, tracking and tracing domestic freight shipments moving via air/ground on a daily basis. Track overhead shipments daily and route accordingly
Route freight shipments across multiple transportation modes and services based upon client requests
Proactively communicate with clients regarding status of freight
Communicate with vendors/suppliers regarding shipment dispatch, routing and rates
Assist local sales and domestic offices with air/ground freight issues
Manage daily ontime and defect codes, carrier reweights and insure all masters rated
Assist in compiling customer specific key performance indicator (KPI) reports on a weekly/monthly basis as needed
Ensure paperwork, labeling and scanning for accuracy
Understand the requirements/expectations of handling shipments of consequence
NFO, highvalue, date/time specific, etc.
Responsible for processing monthly inventory
All other duties as the business deems necessary

Non-Essential

Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned as business demands deem necessary.
Network with corresponding departments to ensure files are billed and posted prior to end of month
Continuous learning through required compliance training and certifications of software and/or regulations.

Qualifications:

Oral & Written Communication (Shaping & expressing ideas & information in an effective and professional manner. Uses appropriate grammar and choice of words in oral speech. Writes grammatically and uses appropriate business writing style.)
Teamwork (Working as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal. Offers support for others ideas and opinions. Expresses disagreement constructively. Provides assistance to others when needed. Shares his/her expertise with others.)
Problem Solving (Having the ability to identify problems and issues of varying complexities and find effective solutions, considering multiple sides of an issue. Weighs consequences before making final decision. Not discouraged by ambiguous situations. Adjusts approach to achieve results.)
Attention to Detail (Ensures one's own work are complete and accurate; monitors the quality of work, verifies information, checks the accuracy of own and other's work; organizes information and materials for others to understand.)

Other Skills We Hope to See:

High school diploma or equivalent
03 Years Freight Forwarding experience required, 3 5 years preferred
Basic math & geography skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret verbal and written requests/directions, including documents such as tariffs, safety rules, operating infrastructures, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of people; can effectively present information in oneonone settings.
Ability to analyze numerical data and understand components, relationships, find patterns and draw conclusions.
SAP, AS400 experience is preferred.
Basic to intermediate experience using MS Office
Basic knowledge or ability to learn regulations and compliance procedures associated with all areas of freight forwarding, domestic forwarding ground carriers, commercial airlines, and cartage. Basic knowledge of IATA and TSA regulations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide using units of currency, weight, volume, and distance measurements.
Time management is extremely important to meet customer deadlines in a fastpaced, highvolume work environment

What AIT Can Offer You:

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position).

Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support program, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement for your personal development.

In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

About AIT Worldwide:

About AIT Worldwide Logistics:

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight f