Description:
Leading Freight Forwarder / NVOCC/ Customs House Broker/ Tank Container Operator, with locations in 24 countries and over 3300 employees strong, is seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to fill the position of Ocean Export Customer Service Representative in our Jersey City Office
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Coordinate shipments with Shippers and Receivers
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Communicate with customers, staff and vendors
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Correspond with overseas agents and clients
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Book cargo
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Handle AES Transmissions
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Issue documents such as B/L, Dock Receipt, Booking Order, C.O., etc.
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Learn to operate in all Leschaco systems
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Handle the preparation of documents based on Letter of Credit requirements
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Prepare other documents as required by customer
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Send Pre-Alerts via email and original docs via international courier when required
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Invoice files
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Learn and apply U.S. Government regulations
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Work with steamship line/trucking companies to obtain quotations and handle the movement of freight
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Prepare quotations
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Handle files from A to Z
Requirements:
- 3-5 years experience in ocean exports with a freight forwarder
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Knowledge of Export Regulations
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Strong communication skills
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Ability to meet strict deadlines daily
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Be able to work independently, multi-task, be a team player and work in a fast paced environment
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Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
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Experience with the handling of hazardous materials a plus
Benefits include:
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Medical
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Dental
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Vision
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Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
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401(k) with company match
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Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
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9 Paid Holidays plus PTO and Sick Leave
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Voluntary Time Off
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Employee Assistance Program
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Employee Referral Program
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Employee Discounts
When applying, the candidate should include salary requirement.
Background check required.
Only those considered for the position will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
