Logistics Agent

Job Description:
Under the direction and supervision of the manager, the agent is responsible for all aspects of assigned accounts by processing Ocean Export shipments, Domestic transport and Warehouse related shipments and all related activities for an assigned base of accounts. Assist with duties related to document preparation and traffic coordination required to correctly process goods through customs and affect timely delivery.  Will be cross-trained in other aspects of freight forwarding operations to support branch operations.
 
Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
• Arrange the domestic transport and Tracking/tracing of shipments
• Receive, review, and process import-export documentation such as B/L and AWB
• Prepares reports of transactions to facilitate billing of shippers and foreign carriers. Other duties may be assigned.
• Ensure to book vessel or flight arrangement that will meet customer's requested ETA.
• Coordinate any necessary surface transportation to airports or pier to make sure that delivery has been completed.
• Review all entries, client invoice packages and file record keeping prior to submitting to supervisor for payment and final review.
• Works with other Nissin departments in meeting Customer and international deadlines,
• Data Entry using Nissin export system and Oracle financials
• Ensures cargo delivery is on schedule
• Ensures that all documents are in proper order Scan, fax and file documents
• Handles data entry processes, classifications and valuations.
• Provides excellent Customer Service to local and international customers, primarily Japanese companies
• Will be cross-trained in other areas of freight forwarding operations to support the branch operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.
 
Qualifications: 
• Associate of Arts degree; some college coursework preferred
• 1-2 years of industry experience preferred.
• Some warehouse experience preferred
• Forklift Certification preferred
• Proficient in MS Office and knowledge of export computer systems
• Accurate Data entry skills
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Detail oriented and able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must provide excellent Customer Service and able to work well in a team environment, as well as being able to work independently.
• Must be able to multitask and work under stressful conditions.
• Must have strong math skills
• Lifting 30 lbs
 
Nissin Benefits
Nissin offers a robust benefits package for our employees. It includes health, dental, life and AD&D, short term disability, along with voluntary long term disability, and 2 types of voluntary vision plans, additional voluntary life and AD&D, HSA, FSA (medical and dependent care), 401k, vacation, sick days, and pet insurance.
 
The above job description identifies the essential job functions and skills needed by one person assigned to this position. These job functions and skills are not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job 
functions.  The information contained herein is subject to change at the company’s discretion.