Import/Export Specialist - International
Company: Penske Logistics
Location: Corona
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary: The Import/Export Specialist - International
supports all aspects of a freight forwarding operation to include
the safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of goods
(via shipping lines, airlines, road, and operators) keeping in
consideration the type of goods and customer delivery requirements.
Key responsibilities include monitoring all operational activity to
guarantee successful performance of the operations and customer
service. Must have ability to supervise other associates as needed,
as well as strong customer interaction and communication skills.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Hybrid Schedule:
Tuesday/Thursday - In Office and Monday/Wednesday/Friday - Remote
Salary Range: $54,300.00 - $72,000.00 Major Responsibilities:
Handle start to finish processing of shipments Interact with
overseas agents on shipment planning, pricing, documentation, and
quoting Act as first level escalation for customer Provide ad-hoc
quotes to customers Assist in new customer implementations
Prioritize time sensitive situations Collaborate with other
operations supervisors to execute shipments and deliver excellent
customer service Ensure customer and department SOP's and KPIs are
adhered to and met Track shipments to ensure on time delivery is
met. Provide relevant current knowledge of routing, packaging,
legislation, and other factors that could impact freight movement.
Handle rate negotiations with carriers on a spot rate basis Analyze
process data and work on continuous improvements Identifying cost
savings opportunities for the customer Ensuring all business needs
are covered including when there are vacations, illness, etc. Other
projects as assigned by the manager Qualifications: • 2-3 years of
experience in international logistics or international freight
forwarding industry with demonstrated experience moving air/ocean
import/export shipments. • Experience of Dangerous goods by air
and/or ocean • Knowledge of domestic and international
transportation regulations, policies and procedures required. •
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred • Experience using Cargowise
TMS preferred • Must have strong attention to detail and effective
communications skills • Ability to manage shipment profit/loss •
Must be skilled in Problem Solving / Process Improvement. • Ability
to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations •
Advanced desktop computer skills including Microsoft Excel and
Outlook required, • Ability to develop and maintain professional
working relationships with customers as well as Penske personnel •
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of
the job Physical Requirements: -The physical and mental demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. -The
associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in
written form; remember and analyze certain information; and
remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines. -While
performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to
stand, walk, and sit. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Penske Logistics Headquartered in Reading, Pa., Penske
Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Penske Truck Leasing.
With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia,
Penske Logistics provides supply chain management and logistics
services to leading companies throughout the world. Penske
Logistics delivers value through design, planning and execution in
transportation, warehousing, and international freight forwarding
and carrier management. Visit www.PenskeLogistics.com to learn
more. Job Family: Finance Address: 2280 Wardlow Circle Suite 140
Primary Location: US-CA-Corona Employer: Penske Logistics LLC Req
ID: 2405691 Date posted: 05/02/2024
Keywords: Penske Logistics, Corona , Import/Export Specialist - International, Professions , Corona, California
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