FCL Ocean Import Coordinator

Job description

FCL Ocean Import Coordinator

Romulus, MI

Job description

Dedicated handling of global billing for the First Solar business. This will include but not limited to billing and distributing the invoices for US drayage projects, US ocean imports and global crosstrade. Position requires good written and verbal communication, as well as advanced financial skill sets. This position requires the ability to learn quickly and document processes and procedures. This position will also have the tasks of assisting with updating quotes, maintaining billing accuracy, validating and approving ocean carrier invoices as well as acknowledging KN overseas clearing invoices. In addition this position will monitoring charge code usage ensuring we are meeting customer requirements, customer incentive monthly reporting, weekly billing audit as well as assisting with accounts receivables for the First Solar account.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Adhere to Kuehne + Nagel policy and procedures and ensure that all work is carried out to pre set service levels
• Disciplined and professional attitude must be displayed at all times
• All communications via telephone, e mail, Facsimile etc. are to handled in a professional manner, as this reflects our company
• Ensure all areas of Finance (Vendor Invoices, Clearing Invoices, FSL) are handled/maintained to a 1st class standard and all queries are addressed and resolved as soon as possible
• Maximize profitability on all files handled as well as to be cost conscious at all times
• Credit check all files according to Kuehne + Nagel policy and escalate irregularities where appropriate
• Ensure all filing, both physical and electronic, is done regularly, tidily and accurately
• Clear desk policy must be adhered to at all times, without exception
• All correspondence, relevant to a specific job file, must be kept in the job file at all times
• All actions must be recorded on the job files
• All accreditations i.e.: ISO9001(Quality), have to be adhered to at all times
• To build close, strong relationships with all our Customers, Kuehne + Nagel offices, Overseas agents and Service providers
• To identify areas of our business which require improvements i.e.: operational processes, cost control, customer service, attention to detail and work with your colleagues to resolve accordingly
• Provide 1st class customer service as well as pay attention to detail at all times
• Any other ad-hoc duties as required by your supervisor/manager

Your skills and experience

• Candidates should have 3 years freight forwarding experience, ideally in Sea Imports
• Knowledge of Kuehne + Nagel in-house systems (CIEL, ACON, KNLogin) an advantage
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• To be prepared to learn all aspects of the team's work with desire and ability to provide cover and assistance on a regular basis
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately
• Excellent communication skills
• Customer focus with proactive attitude
• Candidate should process a desire to progress within the team demonstrating the ability to take on more responsibility in time.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Good reasons to join

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment.

Contact

Kuehne + Nagel Inc - New York - Head Office
10 Exchange Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302-3920

About Kuehne + Nagel

With over 79,000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based integrated logistics solutions. Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com

Learn more >>

kncareers.com

Reference Number: req42222

Kuehne + Nagel Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, uniform service, protected veteran status or disability, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law with respect to employment opportunities.

Desired profile

FCL Ocean Import Coordinator

Romulus, MI

Job description

Dedicated handling of global billing for the First Solar business. This will include but not limited to billing and distributing the invoices for US drayage projects, US ocean imports and global crosstrade. Position requires good written and verbal communication, as well as advanced financial skill sets. This position requires the ability to learn quickly and document processes and procedures. This position will also have the tasks of assisting with updating quotes, maintaining billing accuracy, validating and approving ocean carrier invoices as well as acknowledging KN overseas clearing invoices. In addition this position will monitoring charge code usage ensuring we are meeting customer requirements, customer incentive monthly reporting, weekly billing audit as well as assisting with accounts receivables for the First Solar account.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Adhere to Kuehne + Nagel policy and procedures and ensure that all work is carried out to pre set service levels
• Disciplined and professional attitude must be displayed at all times
• All communications via telephone, e mail, Facsimile etc. are to handled in a professional manner, as this reflects our company
• Ensure all areas of Finance (Vendor Invoices, Clearing Invoices, FSL) are handled/maintained to a 1st class standard and all queries are addressed and resolved as soon as possible
• Maximize profitability on all files handled as well as to be cost conscious at all times
• Credit check all files according to Kuehne + Nagel policy and escalate irregularities where appropriate
• Ensure all filing, both physical and electronic, is done regularly, tidily and accurately
• Clear desk policy must be adhered to at all times, without exception
• All correspondence, relevant to a specific job file, must be kept in the job file at all times
• All actions must be recorded on the job files
• All accreditations i.e.: ISO9001(Quality), have to be adhered to at all times
• To build close, strong relationships with all our Customers, Kuehne + Nagel offices, Overseas agents and Service providers
• To identify areas of our business which require improvements i.e.: operational processes, cost control, customer service, attention to detail and work with your colleagues to resolve accordingly
• Provide 1st class customer service as well as pay attention to detail at all times
• Any other ad-hoc duties as required by your supervisor/manager



• Candidates should have 3 years freight forwarding experience, ideally in Sea Imports
• Knowledge of Kuehne + Nagel in-house systems (CIEL, ACON, KNLogin) an advantage
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• To be prepared to learn all aspects of the team's work with desire and ability to provide cover and assistance on a regular basis
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately
• Excellent communication skills
• Customer focus with proactive attitude
• Candidate should process a desire to progress within the team demonstrating the ability to take on more responsibility in time.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Good reasons to join

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment.

Contact

Kuehne + Nagel Inc - New York - Head Office
10 Exchange Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302-3920

About Kuehne + Nagel

With over 79,000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based integrated logistics solutions. Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com

Learn more >>

kncareers.com

Reference Number: req42222

Kuehne + Nagel Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, uniform service, protected veteran status or disability, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law with respect to employment opportunities.