Associate Global Forwarding Agent - Onsite
Pay Rate: $22.43/hr.
Job Start Date - 10/1/26
Job End Date - 12/29/26
Job Description -
Monday-Friday 8a-5p EST
Contract only - possible Contract to hire
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of this position consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
Maintain Operational Excellence: Understand the processes, documentation, and terminology involved in international shipping from time of purchase order issuance through the delivery of the cargo?
Apply basic industry knowledge to respond to customer requests?
Learn and Execute/Coordinate tasks on the shipments to meet all customer SOP requirements.
Ensure a high-level of data integrity within the shipments: acknowledgement of shipment details, INCOterms, routing, dates, documents, etc.
Learn and understand pricing. Complete low to medium complexity customer quotes
Facilitate Relationships: Communicate clearly, timely, and effectively with Customers, our client's offices, Agents, and Outside Vendors?
Promote a positive working relationship for all team members?
Understand and learn to leverage our client's network of departments, support teams and leadership. Other Activities: Ensure customer SOPs are maintained and adhered to? Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and/or country specific requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
High school diploma or GED
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Preferred:
Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Strong communication, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills
Proven critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to adapt to ever-changing tasks and customer needs
High level of attention to detail
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.