Job Description

Company Description

"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder


Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.


Organic Growth - Expeditors promotes from within. As a shining example, our CEO started as an entry level employee in our San Francisco office 31 years ago.

15,000 trained professionals 250+ locations worldwide Fortune 500 Globally unified systems

Scope of Position

Ensure timely and accurate movement of freight and information, while providing exceptional customer service within the Ocean Department.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare, handle, and process documentation- including house and master ocean bills, commercial documents, and customs/regulatory documents. Understand customer's procedures and maintain updated internal DLSOPs. Track and Trace shipments. Accurate and timely data entry into our operating system. Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, other Expeditors offices worldwide, and co-workers through high volume of email, phone, instant message, and in person. Monitor reports. Accurate and timely client billing. Contribute to maintaining strong vendor relationships- carriers, trucking companies, and others. Maintain compliance standards at all times- including internal policies and procedures, external government regulations, and customer requirements. Meet key performance indicators to support department, branch, product, and company goals. Desire to understand overall department process flow and constantly seek opportunities for improved efficiency.

Qualifications

6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Strong organizational and prioritization skills are critical. Attention to detail is a top priority. Understanding of ocean documentation process an asset Effective interpersonal skills- including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, and to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. Proficient computer skills- solid data entry with high accuracy rate, email, internet, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Fluent in English, both written and verbal Desire for a career in supply chain/logistics. Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in Canada

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision Life Insurance RRSP Retirement Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development Program

Expeditors Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) within our recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process please contact Employee Relations at EmployeeRelationsCanada@expeditors.com.