Air Import Agent
Chicago (Cook) Logistics
Job description
Air Import Agent
Chicago, Illinois
Job description
The Air Import Coordinator is responsible for coordination of all aspects of air import shipments worldwide.
Your tasks and responsibilities
•Impeccable customer service
• Coordination of all aspects of the arrival (including, but not limited to, billing,
rate quotation, approval of vendor invoices, etc.)
• Scheduling of pick-ups daily
• Responsible for rating shipments correctly per the SOP
• Mandatory daily correspondence with overseas offices
• Work closely with other departments to deliver high level of service to customers
• Perform other duties as assigned
Your skills and experience
•In depth knowledge of import procedures
•Ability to be profit conscious
•Ability to work with demanding deadlines
•Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
•Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
•Solid knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities
•Ability to establish priorities and accomplish multiple tasks, must be organized
•Must be detail oriented, thorough and accurate and have the ability to efficiently solve problems
•Strong PC skills
•Proven analytical and problem solving skills
•Work effectively via phone, fax, e-mail. Good planning and organization skills; ability to multitask and be a self-starter
Good reasons to join
We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment.
Contact
Kuehne + Nagel Inc - New York - Head Office
10 Exchange Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302-3920
About Kuehne + Nagel
With over 70,000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based integrated logistics solutions. Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com
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Reference Number: req38988
Kuehne + Nagel Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, uniform service, protected veteran status or disability, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law with respect to employment opportunities.
Desired profile
Air Import Agent
Chicago, Illinois
Job description
The Air Import Coordinator is responsible for coordination of all aspects of air import shipments worldwide.
Your tasks and responsibilities
•Impeccable customer service
• Coordination of all aspects of the arrival (including, but not limited to, billing,
rate quotation, approval of vendor invoices, etc.)
• Scheduling of pick-ups daily
• Responsible for rating shipments correctly per the SOP
• Mandatory daily correspondence with overseas offices
• Work closely with other departments to deliver high level of service to customers
• Perform other duties as assigned
•In depth knowledge of import procedures
•Ability to be profit conscious
•Ability to work with demanding deadlines
•Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
•Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
•Solid knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities
•Ability to establish priorities and accomplish multiple tasks, must be organized
•Must be detail oriented, thorough and accurate and have the ability to efficiently solve problems
•Strong PC skills
•Proven analytical and problem solving skills
•Work effectively via phone, fax, e-mail. Good planning and organization skills; ability to multitask and be a self-starter
Good reasons to join
We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment.
Contact
Kuehne + Nagel Inc - New York - Head Office
10 Exchange Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302-3920
About Kuehne + Nagel
With over 70,000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based integrated logistics solutions. Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com
Learn more >>
kncareers.com
Reference Number: req38988
Kuehne + Nagel Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, uniform service, protected veteran status or disability, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law with respect to employment opportunities.