Forward Air

Customer Service Agent, Logistics


Pay$24.32 / hour
LocationUnion City/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 39203
      Company Overview:

      Omni Logistics is a global provider of air, ocean and ground services, including supplemental services for enterprises dependent on the efficient movement of high value freight. Omni Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Forward Air, a leading asset-light provider of transportation services across the United States, Canada and Mexico. We provide expedited less-than-truckload services, including local pick-up and delivery, shipment consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, and customs brokerage by utilizing a comprehensive national network of terminals. In addition, we offer truckload brokerage services, including dedicated fleet services, and intermodal, first- and last-mile, high-value drayage services, both to and from seaports and railheads, dedicated contract and Container Freight Station warehouse and handling services. We are more than a transportation company. Forward is a single resource for your shipping needs.
      Position: Customer Service Agent, Logistics
      Compensation: $24.32 per hour
      Core Responsibilities & Duties:
      • Responds to customer inquiries and maintains customer accounts according to specific guidelines and procedures.
      • Researches information to solve customer service problems.
      • Document and record monthly activities for period end reporting.
      • Provide work coverage for other employees’ absences when necessary.
      • Perform other tasks assigned by department Supervisor and/or Manager.
      • Base line understanding of excel functions and how to manage email rules with Outlook.
      • Other duties as assigned.
      Job Requirements & Qualifications:
      • Knowledge of customer service practices and administrative procedures.
      • Accurate data entry is a necessity.
      • Must be able to multitask
      • Must be proficient in the use of standard office software applications.
      • Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
      • Excellent organization skills, as attention to numerous email groups is required
      • Exemplary customer service skills are required.
      • Must be a self-starter with common sense, a professional attitude, and strong problem solving ability.
      • Should take pride in his/her work and perform with 100% accuracy on a daily basis without exceptions.
      • Ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels within the organization.
      • Requires the ability to make judgments and work with minimum supervision
      • Knowledge of warehouse management system SAP is a plus
      • Availability for occasional short shift on Saturday or Sunday

      What We Offer:

      • Competitive base salary
      • Paid time off within the first year of employment, sick time and holidays
      • Company provided life insurance
      • Health, vision, and dental insurance options
      • Commuter benefit plan
      • Optional supplemental life insurance
      • 401(k)
      • A great place to work with a terrific culture
  • About the company

      Forward Air Corporation is a freight and logistics company. The Company provides less-than-truckload (LTL), truckload, intermodal and pool distribution services across the United States and in Canada. The Company's segments include Expedited LTL, Truck...