Customer Service Representative - Imports

Job Summary

Handles general import inquiries directed to the US – CS Import queue in Dynamics and phone calls. All inquiries must be addressed promptly and accurately. Dynamics cases should be properly categorized and include the necessary information to ensure data integrity for management analysis. Maintains productivity and service standards as established by the Manager and the Company.

Support for Case Resolution and Inquiry Handling:

• Resolving cases and answering calls promptly and accurately using Dynamics and 8x8 systems.
• Ensuring that cases are categorized and include the necessary information according to the subject matter.
• Redirecting inquiries to the appropriate parties if Import Customer Service is unable to provide a correct response.
• Completing assigned tasks before taking breaks, lunch, or ending the workday.
• Ensuring that all inquiries are handled and followed through until resolution to ensure good customer experience (CX).
• Maintaining productivity and service level standards as set by the Manager and the Company.
• Ensuring that quality standards are met for all inquiries handled.
• Maintaining a high standard of professionalism in all interactions with internal and external customers.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate closely with the Import Customer Service Management to align goals and initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative environment within the ICS team and other divisions to enhance overall performance.
• Communicate effectively with team members, providing clear guidance and support

Additional Responsibilities:

• Presence required on‑site 5 days per week
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to support the overall objectives of the ICS team.

This role requires working on-site in the office for five days a week, from Monday to Friday. The office is located at Two Lakeway, 3850 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 1100, Metairie, LA 70002

Qualifications & Key Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in similar role
• Prior experience in supply chain, transportation, shipping, logistics, freight forwarding, customer service, call center, administrative or clerical jobs
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• English: advanced
• Strong attention to details
• Organized, efficient, and able to manage time effectively
• Strong customer service mindset, focused, and responsive
• People oriented, with ability to proactively identify clients’ requirement and understand their point of view
• Ability to work under stress
• Great team player
• Adapt to learn new software
• Knowledge of MS Dynamics
• Knowledge of de-escalation techniques

What We Offer

• Health, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance: one-time annual salary up to $50,000
• Long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts - (Health, Dependent Care, Transit/Parking)
• Supplemental Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans

You will also have access to additional benefits, effective day one:

• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan – 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with option for additional 3% employer match
• Wellness Program initiatives
• Corporate Partner Discount Programs

About Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is a global leader in transportation and logistics, privately owned and founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte. As one of the world’s leading container shipping lines, MSC has 675 offices across 155 countries worldwide, with the MSC Group employing over 200,000 people. The company has evolved from a one vessel operation into a globally respected business with a fleet of 800 vessels that provides timely delivery of goods and services to customers of all industries and sizes. With access to an integrated network of road, rail, air, and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe, the company prides itself on delivering global service with local knowledge. MSC’s shipping line sails on 300 trade routes and calls at 520 ports, carrying some 22.5 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) annually. For more information, visit MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company

Mediterranean Shipping Company (USA) Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type including but not limited to characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at US038-Humanresourcesusa@msc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.