Alexandria, Virginia
International Freight Forwarder / Operations Specialist Job Opening in Alexandria, Virginia - Adcom Worldwide is a leading national Freight Forwarder located in Alexandria, VA.
We have a fast paced environment and are looking to expand our staff by adding an Operations Specialist in International operations for our Virginia location.
The candidate preferably will have at least 5 years of prior freight forwarding experience. If you enjoy a fast paced environment, while having fun with colleagues you might be a fit for our work environment.
The freight forwarding International Operations Specialist is responsible for daily operations moving Air, LTL, FTL, and Ocean shipments, imports and exports.
This is an excellent opportunity with a well-established and growing freight forwarding company. Adcom Worldwide offers a competitive compensation package with salary, 401K, medical/dental and paid time off.
Job responsibilities will be as follows:
Integral role in operations to assist in moving freight for a wide variety of customers in the US and worldwide.
Alerting, routing, tracking and tracing shipments via various internet tools and updating transportation software system.
Making International bookings, creating AWB's and follow up with overseas partners until freight delivers.
Responsible for AES export filings in ACE.
Handling shipments with high level of attention to detail and white glove service requirements and ability to follow standard operating procedures of the company.
The ability to recognize possible and existing service failures, issues and shortages and will need to effectively communicate these situations to management or customer service as needed.
Quoting customers, obtaining best routing solutions and rates.
Responsible for shipment follow up including obtaining pieces, weights, dimensions from agents and updating transportation software.
Aggressive approach with carriers/partners to obtain special rates or spot quotes.
Obtaining vendor charges and auditing for accuracy and legitimacy.
Assist on call duties, in rotation with other operations staff.
Required Skills:
Bachelor degree in logistics or similar field preferred.
Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, manage risk, and deal with problems.
Able to work well under pressure.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and provide input for continuous improvement.
5+ years minimum Freight Forwarding specific experience preferred. International experience a plus.
Superior attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented and high level of organization approach to work is essential.
Preferred computer skills: Outlook, Excel, Word and transportation tracking software.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Operations: 5 years
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