Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $44,600.00 - $75,700.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
potential for career advancement
Job Description
PGL is a well-established supply chain and logistics company, recognized for providing comprehensive transportation and freight forwarding services across various industries. With a focus on efficiency, reliability, and client satisfaction, PGL specializes in managing the movement of goods by land, sea, and air, ensuring streamlined operations to meet the ever-evolving demands of global trade. Operating out of its DFW Station located in Irving, TX, PGL leverages advanced technology and a skilled workforce to deliver superior supply chain solutions to a diverse client base. As a full-time employer, PGL fosters a collaborative and dynamic work environment where employees are encouraged to... Show More
Job Requirements
- 4 year degree
- 3 to 5 years of international freight forwarding experience
- strong knowledge of transportation logistics
- excellent communication and customer service skills
- ability to manage multiple priorities
- proficiency with logistics software and Microsoft Office
- attention to detail
- ability to work under pressure
- willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Job Qualifications
- 3 to 5 years of international freight forwarding experience
- industry related degree and/or certification
- knowledge of transportation principles and methods
- knowledge of customer and personal service principles
- knowledge of business and management principles
- knowledge of production and processing techniques
- knowledge of public safety and security policies
- knowledge of personnel and human resources procedures
- knowledge of computers and electronics including software applications
- knowledge of education and training methods
- knowledge of mathematics including statistics
- knowledge of economics and accounting principles
- skills in active listening
- skills in speaking
- critical thinking skills
- time management skills
- complex problem solving skills
- coordination abilities
- judgment and decision making skills
- reading comprehension abilities
Job Duties
- Seek opportunities and challenges to maximize profit and reduce customer supply chain cost
- cooperate with cross-functional teams to accomplish organizational objectives
- facilitate day to day shipment activity
- provide status updates to customers
- process all shipment and transportation activities for key customer accounts
- provide instructions to external agents per SOP
- process quoted shipments with operations specialists and agents
- handle import shipments from origin pickup to delivery
- follow up with agents on status of shipments
- update information and accrue all costs in the operating system
- adhere to established customer SOP
- select shipment routes based on nature of goods, transit times, or security needs
- determine efficient and cost-effective methods of moving goods
- reserve necessary space on ships, aircraft, trains, or trucks
- arrange delivery or storage of goods at destinations
- arrange for special transport of sensitive cargoes
- assist clients in obtaining insurance reimbursements
- calculate weight, volume, or cost of goods
- complete shipping documentation
- consolidate loads to reduce costs
- inform clients of factors affecting shipments
- establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
- document and record information
- communicate with supervisors, peers, and customers
- perform administrative activities
- process information
- use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
- observe loading of freight
- obtain flight information from dispatcher
- maintain records, reports, or files
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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