Import Transportation Agent

Wanting to start a new career? Looking for a great company and team to take the time and train you in a role and then help you grow? Like working with great team and fantastic customers? Check out Expeditors!

As an Import Transportation Agent at Expeditors, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and timely flow of freight. Your responsibilities may include:

• Ensuring accurate and timely data entry into the operating system
• Tracking and tracing Air and Ocean Import files as required
• Ensuring timely delivery of freight to customers for Import shipments
• Sending documents to customers or brokers for customs purposes
• Ensuring accurate and timely client and Service Providers billing
• Interacting with customers to arrange international shipments and meet customer service standards
• Maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
• Meeting compliance with regulations and internal policies
• Constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency
• Meeting KPI standards
• Responding to emails and requests in a timely manner

To qualify for this role, you will need:

• 0-12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Pro-active and strong organizational skills
• Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Fluency in English – reading and writing
• Understanding of air documentation process a plus

Expeditors offers excellent benefits, including:

• Paid Vacation
• Annual Paid Holidays
• Potential Flexible Days
• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program