Operations Specialist

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Irving, TX, USA
In-Office
100K-100K Annually
Mid level
Logistics
The Role
Coordinates domestic and international freight operations, including export documentation, shipment tracking, routing, dispatching, rate quotations, billing information, and client and vendor communications. The role selects profitable shipment methods while meeting customer requirements and ensuring accurate, timely service execution. Requires a high school diploma or GED, four years of related experience, and strong communication, computer, and import/export knowledge.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare documentation, dock receipts, bills of lading, export declarations.  
  • File SED’s (Shippers Export Declarations)  
  • Track and trace cargo as necessary to insure proper movement and delivery.  
  • Provide accounting department with proper and correct billing information.  
  • Communicate with clients regarding disposition of Freight (i.e. tracking & tracing, routing & dispatching, and rate quotations).  
  • Communicate with vendors/suppliers regarding shipment dispatch, routing, pricing, and rates.  
  • Communicate & correspond with other Company branches and agents for client satisfaction, and ensure excellent service execution.  
  • Seek the most profitable mode of shipment, yet meet client’s requirement for the movement of freight. 
  • Other duties as assigned 

            Other Skills and Abilities

            • Knowledge of the Import/Export industry preferred.  
            • Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate (verbally and intuitively) effectively with both clients and internal personnel.  
            • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.  
            • Must be career-oriented, hard-working, quick learner and have excellent recall for past events/situations/numbers.  
            • Strong knowledge of personal computers 

                    Education and Experience

                    • High School Diploma or GED required.  
                    • Minimum 4 years related experience.  
                    • Minimum 3 years industry experience preferred. 

                    WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

                    At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

                    We offer:

                    • Quarterly Incentive Plan
                    • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
                    • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
                    • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
                    • Employee Referral Bonuses
                    • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
                    • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
                    • Employee Discounts
                    • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

                    Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

                    Disclaimer:

                    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

                    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

                    We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

                    This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

                    More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify 

                    Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.


                    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
                    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

                    Skills Required

                    • High school diploma or GED
                    • Minimum 4 years of related experience
                    • Strong knowledge of personal computers
                    • Knowledge of the import/export industry
                    • Minimum 3 years of industry experience
                    • Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills
                    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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                    The Company
                    HQ: Houston, TX
                    1,909 Employees
                    Year Founded: 2008

                    What We Do

                    Crane Worldwide Logistics provides top-class logistics solutions. Whether you're looking for Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding, Air Freight, Ocean Freight (FCL & LCL), Rail Freight, Trucking, Shipping, Warehousing, or Customs Brokerage, we are your nearby 3PL provider. Get a freight quote today.

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