Customer Service Coordinator
On-site- Houston, Texas, United States
Job description
Job Title: Customer Service Coordinator
Location: 16200 Central Green Dr, Houston, TX 77032
Company: GAC North America
About Us:
At GAC North America, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and solutions for our clients. We are a leading firm specializing in Logistics and Shipping, and we are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Customer Service Specialist to join our team and support our key accounts.
Position Overview:
As a Customer Service Coordinator you will play a crucial role in managing the logistics and documentation for our export/import ocean shipments. Your primary responsibilities will include processing shipments, managing customs documents, and ensuring seamless communication with our clients. If you are a proactive professional with excellent communication skills and a passion for customer service, we want to hear from you!
Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
- Strong background in customer service with experience in client services and phone etiquette.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry.
- Ability to handle outbound calling and cash transactions.
- Multilingual abilities and sales experience are a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process shipments and file customs documents promptly and accurately.
- Assist with processing export/import ocean shipments for an assigned base of accounts.
- Receive, review, and process export/import ocean documentation, including Shipper’s Letter of Instructions.
- Calculate and prepare export/import ocean quotations.
- Prepare and process delivery orders, dock receipts, warehouse work orders, and ocean bills of lading (master, house, direct – AWB/ocean).
- Close files and distribute documents in compliance with export/import standards and requirements.
- Track and trace shipments from departure to arrival, providing timely updates to clients.
- Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
- Respond to customer orders, general inquiries, invoice questions, and complaints.
- Ensure accurate and timely billing; maintain accounting records and process vendor invoices for payment.
- Address and resolve customer complaints, determine solutions, expedite corrections or adjustments, and follow up to ensure resolution.
- Handle additional duties as assigned by supervisor and/or manager.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- On-call, as needed
- Weekends, as needed
- Competitive Salary
Work Location: In person
Job requirements
Experience in freight, cargo, air transport, and logistics is a significant advantage. Candidates with a background in these areas will have a deeper understanding of the industry's intricacies, which can greatly enhance their ability to manage and optimize our transportation processes effectively.
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