Ocean Export Agent
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Job overview
Expeditors International is hiring an Ocean Export Agent. The Ocean Export Agent ensures timely and accurate freight movement and information flow within Expeditors’ Ocean Export Department, providing exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include managing shipment processes, data entry, tracking, billing, compliance, and cross‑training while representing the company to customers, service providers, and agencies. The role also seeks continuous efficiency improvements, technology adoption, and strong customer relationships.
Key focus areas include Ensure smooth and timely shipment process flow, Ensure accurate and timely data entry into operational system based on defined metrics, and Track and trace shipments.
Important skills include Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Power Automate, M365 Technologies, Software Development Principles, and Data Structures and Algorithms. Preferred (not required): Excel and Microsoft Copilot.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
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Full job description
Scope of Position:
Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing an exceptional customer service within the Ocean Export Department.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
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Ensure smooth and timely shipment process flow
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Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system based on defined metrics
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Track and trace shipments
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Provide proactive and clear communication to internal and external customers
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Ensure accurate and timely client billing, including dispute resolution
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Understand customer expectation to ensure all the elements of the SOP and KPI’s are met
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Ensure compliance to company policies and external regulations
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Complete cross training in order to support team coverage
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Professionally represent Expeditors to our customers, service providers, and government agencies Expectations:
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Continually identify areas to improve efficiency
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Embrace and adopt technology to optimize their ability to complete their work
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Achieve standard of 52 hours training per year, including all mandatory trainings
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Drive and develop customer relationship in order to exceed their expectations
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Have a sense of urgency, be willing to help by offering solutions
MUST BE LOCAL
Shift: Monday to Friday - 7am to 4pm PST
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Have knowledge and/or prior experience of industry specific qualifications
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Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
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Pro-active, strong organizational skills
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Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Technical Skills
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Strong understanding of software development principles.
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Experience with automation platforms such as Power Automate.
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Experience with Microsoft Copilot and M365 technologies.
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Familiarity with data structures, APIs, integrations, and system architecture.
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Basic understanding of AI, machine learning, LLMs, and prompt engineering.
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Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently. Business Skills
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Ability to understand complex operational processes.
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Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing automations, applications, or digital solutions.
- Experience leading cross-functional projects.
- Experience working in operations, logistics, finance, or enterprise shared services environments.
- Certifications in Microsoft Power Platform, Azure AI, Microsoft Copilot, or related technologies. Expected Hourly Range: $24.00 – $30.00
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
- Holidays (10)
- Flexible Days (2)
- Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
- Commuter Benefit
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning & Development Program
- Educational Assistance and Reimbursement All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.
May be eligible for bonus following first year of continuous employment in position.
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