[Hiring] Ocean Booking Agent @Ascent Global Logistics
Ocean Booking Agent @Ascent Global Logistics
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Salary unspecified
Remote Location
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA Only
Employment Type full-time
Posted 1wk ago

[Hiring] Ocean Booking Agent @Ascent Global Logistics

1wk ago - Ascent Global Logistics is hiring a remote Ocean Booking Agent. ๐Ÿ’ธ Salary: unspecified ๐Ÿ“Location: USA

Role Description

The Ocean Booking Agent will be responsible to facilitate the accurate and timely movement of customerโ€™s ocean import shipments, FCL and LCL from origin to destination in compliance with company standards and government agencies.

  • Serve as the booking point of contact for ocean customers to ensure prompt and accurate service to exceed customer expectations.
  • Request freight quotations to include details such as container capacities, packing dimensions and weights, coding, etc.
  • Effectively schedule ocean bookings for both hazardous and nonhazardous materials, simple and complex cargo shipments.
  • Coordinate aspects of the routing and rating of ocean freight to include providing quotes to customers, working with international overseas agents, handling pick-ups and deliveries.
  • Review daily booking activity from an operational and compliance perspective, including routing, carrier selection, sailing schedules and transit time.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve challenges preventing cargo movement including customs, logistical and technical challenges.
  • Receive guidance for overall objectives; work with operations and within company and department policies and guidelines using independent judgment to achieve assigned objectives.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; college degree helpful.
  • Customer service: 2 years (Required).
  • Freight Forwarding: 2 years (Preferred).
  • NVOCC: 2 years (Preferred).
  • Work hours required: ability to work first or second shift.
  • Language Skills: Relies on written and verbal communication; able to respond to inquiries and effectively present information.
  • Technical Experience: International logistics-Ocean, understanding the movement of ocean freight.
  • Office Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, and ten-key skills.
  • Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as percentages, ratios and proportions; calculate figures and amounts.
  • Specific Skills: Must possess a current valid driverโ€™s license; self-motivated, maintain confidentiality, honest, friendly, punctual, organized, and have a positive attitude.
  • Reasoning Ability: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and solve practical problems.
  • Physical Demands: Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature.

Benefits

  • 401(k) and employer matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Overtime, Differential & Bonus Pay
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Ocean Booking Agent @Ascent Global Logistics
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Salary unspecified
Remote Location
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA Only
Employment Type full-time
Posted 1wk ago
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