Job Description

SCOPE OF POSITION

Responsible for the movement of air cargo in a manner that is in accordance with the company mission statement, and in compliance with applicable governmental regulations.

SCHEDULE

• Wednesday-Sunday, 8AM-5PM OR
• Tuesday-Saturday, 8AM-5PM

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overtime may be needed
• Ability to be flexible with schedule, depending on business needs
• Provide excellent customer service - both internal/external.
• Effective interpersonal skills - ability to relate to internal peers at different levels as well as external customers and vendors.
• Ability to work without constant supervision - self motivated and attention to detail required. Assuming the role of a leader and taking charge of situations is also encouraged.
• Process export gateway shipments by working closely with immediate counterparts in the air export departments in the region. A summary of the process would be receiving cargo (if from another origin), booking the cargo, processing consolidation paperwork, and scanning all documents into our document imaging system.
• Maintaining positive vendor relations with our carrier partners.
• Constant communication with the warehouse staff during the consolidation process. Ensures quality and compliance as shipments are received and tendered to our vendors.
• Dispatching and overseeing all airport transfers and pickups with local trucking vendors.
• On-going commitment to quality and data integrity. Responsible for daily updating and monitoring of various reporting tools
• Detailed attention to CASS accounting and local accounting to ensure we are paying our bills timely and correctly.
• Responsible for the management of our capacity through posted consolidation schedules and in booking additional space as needed.
• Maintain and update all posted tariffs from our vendors.
• Required 52 hours of training per year.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Degree or equivalent required
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must not require future sponsorship for employment Visa
• Must have the ability to work overtime in support of the department needs
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized
• Demonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and action
• Strong organizational skills.
• Analytical with strong attention to detail
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills
• Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability
• Good attitude with the drive to learn and grow
• Comfortable working in a professional business environment
• Must be able to commute to the city of Hawthorne, CA

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate Degree Preferred
• Logistics experience preferred, but not required

REPORTING STRUCTURE​​​​​​​

• Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time 
• Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance 
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Training and Personnel Development Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.