Distribution Agent at Expeditors in Miami, FL

Company Description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

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

We 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

To support the distribution manager in the smooth running of the department within the branch and in the marketplace through focus on Operations, Finances, Sales, People, Systems, and Culture in adherence to the company’s policy and procedures.

Responsibilities may include any/all of the below:

• Daily process and input of all customer orders and distribution accounts.
• Provide daily operational reports that are accurate and timely.
• Run stock reports to check for product availability.
• Generate all related paperwork and necessary information required for customer work orders, checks all orders for special requests and posts inventory records.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry for receiving order allocation, shipping and inventory management.
• Rate domestic transportation bills.
• Coordinate special, last minute shipping requests with the Transportation and Operations Departments, expediting any order as necessary.
• Trace orders as required and notifies customers of any activity concerning their order.
• Ensure accurate and timely client and vendors billing.
• Maintain damage records and backorder logs.
• Handle returned merchandise in an efficient manner and ensures proper credit is given to the customer.
• Input all receipts, put-aways, moves, picks, shipments, and cycle counts.
• Provide warehouse staff with necessary documents and information needed to complete receiving, and to ship orders.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with customers by responding to all inquiries and complaints concerning work orders, invoices, shipments, inventory counts, etc. in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Report customer feedback to management, including any signs of customer dissatisfaction.
• Act as a liaison between the warehouse and the customer in administration of accounts and between the office and customer regarding invoicing and credit information.
• Contribute to maintain strong relationships with vendors (trucking companies, and others).
• Provide support with other miscellaneous projects, filing and research.
• Maintain a current and accurate DLSOP that details the processing requirements for each account.
• Answer phone calls according to Expeditors standards.
• Always meet compliance to regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer policies / requirements.
• Meet KPI standards, as per the company’s procedures.
• Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow.
• Track and Trace Air Export Files and reporting.
• Use Tree View on daily basis.
• Ensure arrival notices are communicated to overseas and customers.
• Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards.
• Understand department process flow, and looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
• Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)
• Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
• Attend training classes when required and meet company standards of 52 hours training per year per employee.
• Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Excellent customer service skills; friendly, courteous, empathetic and helpful
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proven desire to learn and expand knowledge base
• Sense of urgency around all aspects of customer service
• Emotional resilience, can withstand stress
• Work effectively and productively with others
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Fluent in English

Desired Qualifications:

• 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in inventory control and/or distribution operations

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical
• Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus