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Nippon Express USA

Administrative Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $21.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. ("NX") is a globally recognized logistics company that was founded in 1872 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. With a workforce of approximately 72,000 employees spread across 733 locations in 47 countries and 314 cities worldwide, NX stands as a leader in international freight forwarding and comprehensive transportation solutions. As a hallmark in the logistics industry, NX has developed a reputable presence, handling diverse cargo types such as air, land, sea, express packages, personal effects, household goods, fragile items, perishable freight, and even livestock. The extensive network and capabilities enable the company to provide end-to-end logistics... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate or significant relevant working experience
  • 1-2 years of experience in ocean/international freight forwarding
  • proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to coordinate with multiple parties
  • attention to detail
  • ability to manage invoicing and collections

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 1-2 years of experience in ocean/international freight forwarding
  • strong teamwork skills
  • good communication skills including listening and providing feedback
  • strong quantitative and analytical skills
  • good computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • high school diploma or equivalency or relevant work experience

Job Duties

  • Prepare import/export shipments and distribution of import/export documents
  • general business support function as assigned
  • prepare import/export shipments for assigned customers
  • generate delivery orders and shipping labels
  • prepare import/export documents for brokerage and customers' brokers
  • coordinate pickup and delivery with trucking companies, steamship lines and bonded facilities
  • filing and data entry
  • issue freight bills and invoices
  • collect unpaid invoices within credit terms

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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