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Air Import Agent, Feltham

Last update 2024-10-15
Expires 2024-11-15
ID #2342712943
Free
Air Import Agent, Feltham
United Kingdom, Great London, Feltham,
Modified September 15, 2024

Description

Job Description Scope of Position Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Air Import Department.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operating system Track and trace Air Import files as required Use Workflows on daily basis Ensure timely delivery of freight to customers for Import shipments Ensure documents are timely sent to customer or broker for customs purposes Ensure accurate and timely client and Service Providers billing Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards Contribute to maintain strong relationships with suppliers (airlines, trucking companies, and others) Meet compliance at all times to regulations.

This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer's policies / requirements.

Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency Ensure all customers' standard operating procedures are followed and updated Meet KPI standards, as per the company procedures Overseas communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external) What we expect from you  Exceptional Customer Service:  Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs.

Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary.

Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers.

(This skill expectation applies both externally (customers, service providers) and internally (other Expeditors offices/employees).

Job Execution:  Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations.

Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network.

All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations.

Reliability:   Consistently meets deadlines.

Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes.

Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize.

Collaboration:   Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers.

Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay.

· Communication: Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally.

Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers.

Answers phone calls and responds to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards.

· Culture: Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.

· Personal Growth and Development: Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year.

Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders.

Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate.

Performance Expectations · Timely and Accurate Shipment Processing:  Ensures smooth and timely freight process flow according to Expeditors' operational procedures.

Follows customer's standard operating procedures and proactively notifies customers of any issues.

Consistently meets KPI standards, as per company's procedures.

· Timely and Accurate Data Entry: Ensures accurate and timely data entry into our operational systems according to Expeditors' operational procedures and customer requirements.

Monitors exception reports for quick data integrity resolution.

· Timely and Accurate Billing and Accounting : Invoices customers the expected charges timely and accurately and according to Expeditors and customer requirements.

Properly provisions service provider charges to avoid reserves.

Follows proper credit approval processes in order to minimize risk and protect the company.

Qualifications Training Requirements: · Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training Education and Experience: · 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Additional Information Expeditors offers excellent benefits: Private Medical Insurance Pension Scheme Life Assurance Bike to work scheme Employee Stock Purchase Plan  Training and Personnel Development Programme 26 WFH days annually  

Job details:

Job type: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Salary type: Monthly
Occupation: Air import agent

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