DG Specialist

Ideal Candidate: Currently looking for motivated, initiative-takers who follow direction well and are eager to learn and grow alongside our brand. Responsible for handling customer service and operations for all import and export activities in order to meet or exceed customer service expectations while maintaining compliance with TSA, IATA, IMDG, US Customs, and all related government and industry standards. Responsible for ensuring the proper and timely movement of freight and information, while complying with any internal and external requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review Fleet/load/shipment planning (import and export) documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, labeling and certificates of origin, to ensure accuracy and compliance with international trade regulations.
• Assists other Coordinators with daily activities as needed.
• Perform effective communication with customers, vendors and co-workers through a high volume of e-mails, phone calls and verbal contact or through facility visits.
• Ensure that all emails and phone inquiries from customers are answered within 2 hours of receipt.
• Handle all assigned accounts efficiently.
• Ensure that job breakdowns, work instructions, SOPs and regulations are followed.
• Performs Data Entry, updating logistics data.
• Conducts Shipment tracking & troubleshoot and resolve package delays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICIATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of relevant work experience required not required as Logistics Account Coordinator in related industry field, i.e. freight forwarding, packing, warehousing, logistics, transportation, etc.
• Knowledge or experience with hazardous materials a plus
• Experience with international trade and/or freight forwarding experience a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; basic Excel required.
• Advance Data Entry background preferred.
• Must be able to work in fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects and tasks during the workday
• Must Successfully complete any IATA (International Air Transport Association), and IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) training courses, within 90-days of employment
• Basic knowledge of laws DOT (Department of Transportation), IATA, IMDG, and other applicable regulations is a plus
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Customer Service oriented
• Quality Focused
• Detail oriented and organized
• Time Management with the ability to prioritize and plan operational workload
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with people from all levels of education and backgrounds
• Ability to communicate clearly via email
• Ability to initiate and maintain relationships with internal and external customers
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strategic thinking, scenario planning, and risk mitigation techniques and systems
• Must be patient and adjust to change quickly

WORKING CONDICTIONS:

• Ability to lift 10 lbs. occasionally for the duration of a shift.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to work prolonged and/or irregular hours.
• Ability to work through stressful situations.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Elk Grove Village, IL 60007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person