Airfrieght Cargo - Full-time / Part-time

We have a full-time/part-time opening for a Airfrieght Cargo.

Must be able to work various shifts per week.

Could assist us in finding somebody bright and driven for the below -Processing all documents for shipments in compliance with KN Corporate and US government regulations. Direct communication with customer, overseas offices, airlines and truckers. General responsibilities include shipment document processing for import &/or export airfreight shipments, billing, customer service. -Computer skills, knowledge & understanding a must. -Prior International Freight Forwarding experience a plus -Prior Airfreight Cargo experience a plus -College degree and/or certification a plus -International Business degree a plus -full time = 40 hrs per week JOB SUMMARY Performs a variety of duties as outlined in attached Operation Procedure in support of the organization's perishable export activities. Calculates rates and price conversions. Converts and verifies shipment weight and volume. Uses rate charts to convert foreign currency to U.S. Dollars and vice-versa. Communicates by e-mail and telephone with foreign operations and local customers. Arranges transportation by truck, rail and vessel and ensures timely delivery of reefer shipments and prompt and accurate documentation and invoicing. Is willing and flexible to learn and work with KN's I.T. operations systems and applications, Internet. The right individual will work closely with our key customers and will engage and support the development and growth of the perishable department as follows below. Objectives: Operational duties to include coordination with shippers, truckers, steamship lines and KN offices for the export of shipments. * Complete process of shipment includes arranging for pick-up or inland transportation, booking, document preparation (bill of lading, KN invoicing, certificate of origin, export declaration and/or AES, if applicable) forwarding, follow-up with tracking and tracing to final destination and data quality requirement. * Customer Service responsibilities include maintaining very close communication with vendor, shipper, customer, carrier and K+N overseas offices throughout the process and choosing proper routing appropriate to the customer's request/requirement. * Negotiate cost-effective rates with service providers to ensure maximum profitability. * Maintain SOP (standard operating procedures) and customer profiles including key contacts, special requirements, contract rates and preferred routings/services/carriers. * Participate in quotes for overseas offices as requested. * Immediately report problems, operation disputes or discrepancies to supervisor or branch manager. * Read and work in accordance with Quality Management Work Instructions and QHSE procedures (ISO9001). * Employees may also have additional responsibilities in accordance with supporting a specific department(s)/division(s) and/or be tasked with specific, individualized assignments. * Resolve issues respective to meeting client requirements, data input - general customer service inquiries related to tracking & Tracing. * Resolve billing discrepancies and discrepancies against client SOP's. Research rates, routings, or modes of transport for shipment of products. Maintain awareness of regulations affecting the international movement of cargo. Make arrangements for additional services such as storage and inland transportation