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DHL Global Forwarding Ocean Import Agent in Seattle, Washington
JOB DESCRIPTION Job title: OCEAN IMPORT SPECIALIST Job location: Seattle, Washington Revolutionize the logistics industry as a customer-centric Ocean Import Specialist at DHL Global Forwarding. Join our dynamic team and be at the forefront of innovation, digitalization, and solutions-driven approaches that cater to our customers' every need. You will play a pivotal role in managing the movement of ocean import shipments, you'll be the driving force behind unrivaled customer satisfaction. Through proactive communication and seamless collaboration with stakeholders, you'll navigate transport exceptions with finesse, delivering swift and effective solutions that help minimize disruptions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Customer Centricity: Provide exceptional customer service, surpassing expectations and promptly resolving incidents Cultivate enduring customer relationships, understanding their needs and serving as their advocate Go beyond simply highlighting transport exceptions by working with Subject Matter Experts, preparing creative customized solutions to keep our customers' cargo moving Collaborate seamlessly with internal and external teams to address customer concerns effectively Master our innovative products and services, offering demonstrations and training as needed Identify opportunities for account growth and collaborate with sales for rate renewals and upselling Stay updated on industry trends through trade teams and internal calls Digitalization and Technical Tasks: Promote and leverage DHL's digital suite to enhance customer satisfaction and reduce churn Take ownership of transport orders, ensuring timely delivery of shipments to the final customer Optimize booking processes to ensure efficient import operations Prepare and distribute import documents to counterparts (carriers, consignees, suppliers), validating as needed Assign tasks to the GSC support functions and monitor performance Perform IT systems related tasks to provide up to date information on shipments File Ownership, Finance and P/L: Take full ownership of your files and their financial performance. You are the single point of contact for our internal network and our customers with regards to your files Continuously drive GP Maximization by finding cost efficient transportation solutions, leveraging upselling opportunities and minimizing revenue leakage SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS: Strong understanding of Ocean Import regulations and documentation is preferred Enthusiasm for building deep and lasting connections with our customers Proactive and solution-oriented mindset, always demonstrating a "can do" attitude Ability to resolve issues related to product movement and proactively communicate with the customer Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills (oral and written) are essential, with prior customer service experience preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel Highly desirable, but not required, experience using the CargoWise system Don't miss the opportunity to be part of our transformative journey in logistics. Apply now and join our dynamic team at DHL Global Forwarding, where you can make a real impact on our customers' success. Benefits: (All non-union employees) Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary. 401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement. Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group's success as shareholders. Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.<