Customer Solutions Specialist, Ocean Export

Join our team!! Locher Evers International (“LEI”), an EFL Group Company, industry leading and highly regarded freight forwarder, is growing rapidly! LEI has an immediate opening in our Brampton Office in Ontario for a full time Customer Solutions Specialist, Ocean Export.

LEI offers a competitive compensation package that includes company paid extended health, dental and vision benefits, a great work environment and a great profit-sharing incentive. We care for our employees as much as we care for our customers, and this is evident in our continuous growth and success.

We are seeking a new team member that enjoys a fast-paced environment and is reliable, pro-active, that also has excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Duties include: Receiving orders from clients, arranging ocean freight bookings, completing trucking arrangements, documentation, billing, tracing, some quoting, general customer service.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Experience working (or education) in freight forwarding and/or ocean carrier sector preferred
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills are required on a daily basis
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of Cargowise an asset, but not a requirement
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• A high level of mental alertness and urgency is required
• Ability to build relationships in person, via phone and by e-mail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Resourceful and able to multi-task and respond to a dynamic work environment

If you match the requirements for this excellent career opportunity, and you’re interested in joining an amazing firm, this could be the job for you!

While we thank all those who apply for their time, only those who are short-listed will be contacted due to the high volume of resumes received.

Thank you for considering Locher Evers International in your job search.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• freight forwarding: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person