Logistics Specialist

Company: horizon air freight
Location: Westbury
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Logistics Specialist
Location: This role is based at company headquarters in Jamaica, New York (This is not a remote or hybrid position)

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process shipments from foreign origination
  
• Assists in the selection of carriers and routing for shipments as assigned
  
• Calculating volume weight and dimensions in both the metric and imperial system of measurement, (feet, inches, pounds, ounces, etc.)
  
• Calculating shipping costs and preparing quotations
  
• Creating billing for approval
  
• Providing customer service via e-mail and phone for shipments as needed
  
• Follows up on shipments until destination is reached
  
  The Ideal Candidate
  
  • At least 1 year of experience in a similar or related position
    
  • Passion for delivering quality customer service
    
  • Able to convey information clearly verbally and in writing.
    
  • Knowledge of shipping regulations.
    
  • Knowledge of dangerous goods handling.
    
  • Organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
    
  • Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, have a positive attitude and be a team player.
    Education
    
    • High School Graduate, college degree a plus
      
    • Industry certifications a plus
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