GEODIS

Senior Account Representative - FFW

GEODIS  •  Elk Grove Village, IL (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Senior Account Representative - FFW

Who We Are:

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.

Your role on the team:

  • Serves as the customer service liaison between GEODIS and the customer
  • Select appropriate carrier and routing based on shipment characteristics or customer requirements
  • Processes all documents and information requests received from GEODIS
  • Opens files, enters notes, information and document requests in Cargowise system
  • Sends information/document requests to company's employees, suppliers, service providers or overseas production offices as needed
  • Communicates with specified offices, departments, and teams on all issues in addition to customers, carriers, and vendors
  • Files document requests, correspondence and documents in a file folder identified by the applicable shipping number
  • Coordinates shipping details with overseas agent
  • Convert and verify shipment weight and volume
  • Calculate rates and price conversions; profit and loss analysis
  • Assist customers with question complaints, requests, tracking and tracing
  • Completes invoicing requirements accurately and within Company DETI time requirements
  • Ensure all shipment data elements are entered accurately and timely within company IRIS requirements maintaining a minimum 95% accuracy level
  • Arrange bookings with airlines, ocean carriers, and/or trucking companies, review documentation, issue documents to meet government regulations and carrier regulations
  • Instruct warehouse staff to properly build and deliver against pick lists manifest to gain profitability
  • Ensure email and telephone calls are promptly and politely answered

What you need:

  • Intermediate proficiency in AS400 and Cargowise
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in custom brokerage, importation or exportation of goods or an equivalent combination of both education and experience
  • Must have a familiarity with potential client systems including ERP systems, TMS and WMS applications and other software solutions common in the logistics industry
  • Intermediate efficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Excel
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills that demonstrate a proven ability to develop relationships with a range of internal and external customers
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

What you gain from joining our team:

  • Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app
  • Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through First Stop Health is available on the first day of employment
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
  • 401k match
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
  • Employee discounts
  • Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
  • Free financial wellness programs
  • Daycare discount program
  • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
  • + more!

Join our Team!

  • Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview!

OR

  • Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply!
GEODIS

About GEODIS

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and more than 49,400 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2022, GEODIS generated €13.7 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group. 

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
LEVALLOIS-PERRET, FR
Year Founded
1904
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