Customer Service Coordinator I - Yusen Logistics

Position Summary

The Customer Service Coordinator manages Air and Ocean Import or Export shipments ensuring effective customer service, accurate shipment processing, timely deliveries and troubleshooting errors.

The position is located in either the Import or Export department of “super” or “large” sized branches in the International Division of YLA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Team member responsible for the accurate and timely submission of customs entries for clearance of in-bound cargo through US Customs and facilitating the delivery of freight to customers.
• Follow SOPS for each customer on the correct method and data required for preparing an entry.
• Track and trace shipments and coordinate  with steamship lines, freight forwarders and CFS on the availability of imported shipments
• Arrange with trucking companies the pick-up and delivery of freight 
• Organize the work area to identify the status of every file through every phase of the CBP entry process.

• Act as the primary point of customer contact in the assigned account:

• Primarily responsible for providing effective customer service for all internal and external customers by utilizing in-depth knowledge of operational (import or export) processes.
• Manage customer relationship in assigned accounts.
• Proactively provide shipment status and notify customers of any delays regarding arrival, delivery or dispatch of shipments.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are available for each account serviced. Follow SOP in performance of all operational processes.

• Coordinate timely shipments at optimal cost and to customer satisfaction:

• Proactively ensure current pricing information is available for all shipments before making necessary bookings.
• Co-ordinate with overseas offices, agents, customers and domestic vendors for timely shipments in assigned accounts.

• Problem Resolution :

• Address customer concerns, trouble shoot errors, provide timely feedback on service failures and follow up on escalations.
• Review exception reports regularly, identify and resolve discrepancies.

• Provide back-up support in assigned departments.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma plus three more years’ related experience in air and ocean Import or Export operations plus Global Supply Chain expereince are required. Knowledge of import /export regulations, domestic transportation modes and providers is required.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Competencies, Working Skills and Attributes: 

• Experience providing customer service to internal and external customers, including meeting quality standards for customer services.
• Knowledge of import and export regulations, domestic transportation modes and providers.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, depending on oneself to complete objectives and determining when escalation of issues is necessary
• Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates

• Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Demonstrates ability to comply with YLA Core Competencies: Problem Solving & Decision Making, Accountability & Responsibility, Communication, Collaboration & Teamwork, Customer Focus. 
• Japanese speaking is preferred, Spanish speaking is a plus 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1^st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

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Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Los Angeles County Only: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.