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Nippon Express USA

Import Agent

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K with company match
flexible spending accounts
life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
short and long term disability insurance
Generous vacation time
Sick Time

Job Description

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. ("NX") is a global leader in logistics and transportation services with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1872 in Japan. Headquartered in Tokyo, NX operates with a vast network spanning 47 countries, 314 cities, and over 733 locations worldwide, employing approximately 72,000 dedicated professionals. As a well-established company, NX has built a reputation for reliability, innovation, and comprehensive logistics solutions that connect people and products around the world. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, NX continues to expand and refine its global services, providing unmatched support in freight forwarding,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalency certificate or significant or relevant or appropriate working experience
  • some computer skills including data entry and maintenance
  • some knowledge of general computer application technology desirable
  • industry experience preferred
  • some knowledge of international commerce such as sales and payment terms, customs regulations etc.
  • must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule including weekends and holidays as necessary

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalency certificate or significant or relevant or appropriate working experience
  • some computer skills including data entry and maintenance
  • some knowledge of general computer application technology desirable
  • industry experience preferred
  • some knowledge of international commerce such as sales and payment terms, customs regulations etc.

Job Duties

  • handle job assignments as determined by team leader or above
  • provide support service to other import agent for import documentation general business support function as assigned
  • prepare import shipments for assigned customers including customs clearance, shipping, labeling, and distribution
  • generate delivery orders and shipping labels as needed
  • prepare import documents for distribution to brokerage department and/or customers' broker
  • coordinate pickup and delivery orders with trucking companies, airlines, steamship line and/or bonded facilities
  • filing and data entry
  • issue freight bills and invoices to brokers and collect unpaid invoices within credit term

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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