Freight Forwarding Clerk
Date Posted
12/16/2022
12/16/2022
Location
Roswell, GA
Roswell, GA
Salary Range
$40,000.00 - $49,000.00
$40,000.00 - $49,000.00
[Job Summary]
This position is responsible for performing imports and exports related duties in order to organize the safe, efficient and cost-effective way of transportation taking accounts of the customers’ delivery requirements.
[Responsibilities]
LOGISTICS COORDINATION
[Qualifications]
This position is responsible for performing imports and exports related duties in order to organize the safe, efficient and cost-effective way of transportation taking accounts of the customers’ delivery requirements.
[Responsibilities]
LOGISTICS COORDINATION
- Researches and plans the most appropriate route for shipments considering the nature of items and the requirements set by customers.
- Arranges appropriate packaging considering the climate, weight, nature of goods, costs, delivery and warehousing of goods at the final destination.
- Obtains, checks and prepares any required documentation to meet customer and insurance requirements.
- Coordinates with third party vendors to transfer items smoothly in accordance with customer requirements.
- Arranges payment of freight fees and other associated charges.
- Keeps track of shipping status using assigned systems.
- Issues invoices to customers according to quotation mutually agreed.
- Updates standard operation procedures (SOPs).
- Prepares quotations according to customers’ requests; Ensures quotations are competitive and reasonably profitable by negotiating with subcontractors and vendors.
- Handles, troubleshoots and assists customers in a timely manner to resolve claims talking to the Assistant Manager/Manager depending on the difficulty.
- Provides accurate shipping information to custom brokers for timely clearance
- Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.
- Maintains high ethical standards in the work place.
- Reports all irregular issues and problems to the Supervisor/Assistant Manager for solution.
- Maintains good communication with managers, supervisors, coworkers and outside contacts.
- Complies with all company policies and procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working area and organizing data and documents.
- Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Assistant Manager.
[Qualifications]
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or more than one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of higher education and experience.
- General office equipment including phones, fax, copier, personal computer, printer, scanner, etc.
- Software includes the use of Windows operating system, MS Office.
- Attendance & Punctuality, Communication, Customer Service, Flexibility/Adaptability, Initiative/Follow Through, Problem Solving, Time Management
- Japanese - Fluent level / English - Business level