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Since then, we have built a solid reputation throughout the world as an innovative and flexible provider of first-class logistics services. We provide complete Supply Chain Solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing. We also lead the industry with innovative and customizable IT solutions, which provide a seamless flow of information and give our growing customer base true supply chain visibility. With over 120 offices in 40 countries worldwide, our unique shareholder management model enables you to benefit from Global implementation experience and expertise across all industry sectors, coupled with vital in-country knowledge and service at the local level.\nKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE:\nExecute the day-to-day shipments originated and/or handled by the operations department; prioritize, schedule and route shipments and arrange for transportation throughout the United States and internationally and obtain Proof of Deliveries (POD) on all orders.\nProduce all necessary documents, bills of lading, etc.\nAnswer phones, book, and work with all shipments with carriers. Provide excellent customer service and communication with our customers and vendors.\nResearch and respond to any agent requests. Work with vendor-specific websites to set up and track shipments.\nDetermine routings for overseas and origins if required.\nNegotiate rates with carriers, vendors, and agents. Assist in the preparation and approval of rate quotes or shipment costing for internal and external customers.\nEnsure prompt and accurate completion of all paperwork associated with movement of inbound and outbound shipments. \nEnsure timely pick-ups, recoveries, deliveries, and airline and agent selection, while maintaining cost controls. Effective communication with them is essential to ensure shipments are executed timely and accurately.\nMaintain accurate status updates of shipments including in-transit notifications and estimated time of deliveries; communicate daily with customers to keep them informed of changes pertaining to their shipments should an update apply or be required.\nCommunicate pending work and/or unresolved problems to shift personnel and the operations manager. \nAccurately manage and maintain departmental administrative tasks such as accounting, reporting and recordkeeping in accordance with internal policies and state and federal regulations.\nEnter pickups and route freight, then file documents after completion.\nEnter new accounts and/or do maintenance on account files when needed.\nEntering & maintaining customer tariffs in domestic operating system, SEKO RED NA.\nProcess cargo manifests, calculate charges, and coordinate all areas of freight release.\nProactively solicit customer feedback and provide innovative solutions to customer service issues/barriers\nMust be aware of FAA Security program, packaging and crating procedures, and hazardous materials management.\nComply with SEKO’s C-TPAT Security Profile TSA Certified and SEKO’s Core Values\nParticipate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace. Comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures. Co-operate with management in its fulfilment of its legislative obligations.\nOther duties as assigned by management.\nREQUIREMENTS:\nExcellent customer service and interpersonal skills required with ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Must have a positive attitude and be professional.\nIntermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet and web-based applications and job specific software applications. Must have data entry experience.\nAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide using units of U.S. and/or international currency, weight, volume, and distance measurements. Compute rate, ratio, and percentages.\nEffectively participates in department projects related to assigned area of responsibility.\nPossess functional knowledge of regulations and compliance procedures associated with all areas of freight forwarding.\nHave experience in multimodal logistics with functional knowledge of TSA, C-TPAT and Hazmat\nLanguage Skills -- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization\nWrite routine reports and correspondence, enter all shipment info into SEKO system\nEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:\nMinimum:\nHigh School Diploma or GED required.\nMinimum four years’ freight forwarding experience.\nMust be a self-starter and have excellent organizational skills\nPreferred:\nBachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent combination of work experience\nCompensation and Benefits\nBase salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that base salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professionalcertifications, qualifications/experience,performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).\nCompensation\nThe base salary compensation range being offer for this role is $20 - $28 USD per hour. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive bonus.SEKO Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.\nBenefits Designed with You in Mind:\nAt SEKO Logistics, we are committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability (eligibility requirements apply). Our comprehensive benefits package includes:\nHealth and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account (IL only), Flexible Spendings Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Accident, Critical Illness and hospital indemnity program, Life Insurance, AD&D, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)\n\nLeave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave)\n\nRetirement Benefits: Contributory Savings Plan (401k).\n\nSEKO Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. 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