C.H. Robinson

Air GFA Agent

Posted on: 9 Jan 2021

St Louis, MO

Job Description

Were C.H. Robinson, one of the worlds largest logistics platforms and we're looking for our next Global Forwarding Agent. Is that you? Are you detail-oriented, service-savvy and a problem-solver? If so, this might be the perfect role for you. As a Global Forwarding Agent, you will be your customers primary contact responsible for managing and operating the shipment lifecycle of their global freight.

A successful Global Forwarding Agent thrives in a lightning-fast environment, finding swift resolutions to transportation and documentation problems. Youll be very hands-on with your customers, working closely with them from the start of the shipment process. We offer a dynamic, industry-leading training program that jumpstarts your knowledge of C.H. Robinson and our systems and processes. You will come out of this experience ready to be part of a high-performing team. Our successful Global Forwarding Agents go on to expand their careers with C.H. Robinson in Operations, Sales, or Account Management.

If this all sounds good, lets talk more about what youll be working on.

Responsibilities:

Maintain Operational Excellence:

* Understand the processes, documentation, and terminology involved in international shipping from time of purchase order issuance through the delivery of the cargo.
* Apply industry knowledge and critical thinking to adapt processes and to create solutions in response to challenges both internally and externally.
* Coordinate tasks on the shipments to meet all customer SOP requirements: booking approvals, processing pre-alerts, governmental filings, executing delivery, ensuring proper invoicing, etc.

Facilitate Relationships:

* Collaborate with our international team members and third-party agents to ensure efficiency, excellent customer service and creative problem resolution.
* Build great relationships with customers, responding timely and following up on issue resolution
* Provide reporting and documentation support to internal and external customers.
* Participate in customer business reviews.
* Apply industry knowledge and critical thinking to adapt processes and to create solutions in response to challenges both internally and externally.

Required Qualifications:

* High school degree or GED equivalent
* Minimum of 1 year of Global Forwarding experience

Preferred Qualifications:

* Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
* Excellent communication, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills
* Proven track record of strong customer service skills, interacting with customers and being client focused
* Excellent follow up with customers and the network
* Critical-thinking, flexibility, and problem-solving skills to adapt to ever-changing tasks and customer needs
* High level of attention to detail
* Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
* Bachelors degree

If this sounds like the job for you, let's talk! We can't wait to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. Were committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Affirmative Action Employer/EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Benefits

We are proud to offer a top-tier benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid parental leave, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), 401K, employee stock purchase plan, as well as a broad range of career development opportunities.

About C.H. Robinson

From the produce you buy, to the water you drink, C.H. Robinson delivers products to people all around the globe. We are one of the worlds largest 3rd party logistic providers. Join our diverse team to innovate, solve problems, have fun and thrive.

C.H. Robinson

Eden Prairie, MN

C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., a third party logistics company, provides freight transportation services and logistics solutions to companies in various industries worldwide. The company operates through North American Surface Transportation and Global Forwarding segments. It offers transportation and logistics services, such as truckload; less than truckload transportation, which include the shipment of single or multiple pallets of freight; intermodal transportation that include the shipment service of freight in trailers or containers by a combination of truck and rail; and non-vessel ocean common carrier or freight forwarding services, as well as organizes air shipments and offers door-to-door services.

The company also provides custom broker services; and other logistics services, including fee-based managed, warehousing, small parcel, and other services. It has contractual relationships with approximately 76,000 transportation companies, including motor carriers, railroads, air freight, and ocean carriers. In addition, the company is involved in buying, selling, and marketing of fresh produce, including fresh fruits, vegetables, and other perishable items under the Robinson Fresh name.

Further, it provides transportation management services or managed TMS; and other surface transportation services across Europe. The company offers its fresh produce to grocery retailers, restaurants, produce wholesalers, and foodservice distributors through a network of independent produce growers and suppliers. C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.