What are the responsibilities and job description for the (USA) Air Import position at Morrison Express?
Role & Responsibilities:
- The individual will be the communication bridge between the import department, dispatch department, warehouse, airport pick up agent and airlines.
- Dispatch airport recovery agent for all incoming shipments for MEC ORD.
- Update and maintain Excel pick up list multiple times throughout the day so other departments have visibility for all pickups on that day.
- Update system when cargo arrives at warehouse.
- Pay airlines when needed through Paycargo or other necessary payment methods.
- File pre-claims with airlines/freight handler for damages when needed.
- Ensure all customer KPI’s are met daily.
- Load planning/building loads, communicating heavily with team members for consolidation opportunities.
- Build & maintain relationships with Carriers.
- Negotiate & book trucks in the most cost-effective ways while following customer requirements and insuring on time delivery.
- Create BOL’s/Delivery Orders in a timely manner, making sure Customs Clearances are in hand before releasing goods.
- Data Entry, enter milestones into Morrison system in a timely manner.
- Answer emails in a timely & professional manner.
- Track and trace orders and enter & upload POD information into the system once delivered.
- Approve invoices.
- Good driving record, have your own personal vehicle, and able to run to the airport cargo area for cargo inspections.
- Other duties assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- HS Diploma
- 1-3 years in a dispatch or truck brokerage environment negotiating rates and booking Dry Vans, Straight Trucks and Sprinter/Cargo Vans with carriers.
- Good working knowledge of excel.
- Experience with planning/scheduling preferred.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced working environment with a Good Can-Do Attitude.
- Good Time Management with attention to detail.
- Looking for a detail-oriented individual with the ability to maintain a good positive attitude towards employees, customers, and carriers with the willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done.
Salary : $20 - $25