Drayage Procurement Specialist

Drayage Procurement Specialist De Well Container Shipping Inc. Bell, CA Job Details Full-time From $27 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Referral program Qualifications Vendor relationship building General freight transportation Port operations Microsoft Excel Freight documentation management Phone communication Ocean freight Rail transport operations Logistics Windows Dispatching CargoWise Data entry NVOCC Rail freight Quality data entry Client interaction via phone calls Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

As an Ocean Drayage Specialist, you will work directly with carriers to manage and execute the daily pricing negotiations on behalf of the company. You will be responsible for maintaining accuracy of vendor's information and associated with the rates, and problem resolution. Our Ocean Drayage Specialist thrive in a fast-paced environment and use their strong communication skills to develop and grow relationships with our carriers. This role provides an excellent opportunity to start your career at De Well Group, with opportunities to grow in Operations, Sales, and Account Management. We want you to be more than a crucial element to our customers and carriers- we want you to be a high-performing member of our team. _____________________________________________________________________________________

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle drayage inquiries and be a deal maker with any opportunities
• Data entry of each inquiries & quotes with system
• Primary responsibility is supporting our sales team & Enable Sales to win business through competitive pricing and carrier strategy
• Coordinate with CSR team. Make clear guidelines about carrier selection
• Pro-actively monitoring carrier KPIs (on-time delivery, cost efficiency) and drive quarterly improvements and have scorecard quarterly
• Trouble shooting and resolve quickly
• Communicate with Overseas offices, CSR team and Sales and collaborate on SOP's
• Understand where you can grow business - identify opportunities to Sales/BD team
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical

• Windows Operating System - Excel/Outlook
• Advanced computer knowledge/proficiency (Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Business
• Bachelor's degree
• Ocean Import experience preferred
• Must have 3 years dispatching/drayage/trucking experience
• Must have knowledge of ocean terminals and IPI rail operation
• Minimum of three years' experience with NVOCC/Freight Forwarding industry
• Thorough understanding of ocean shipment documentation process
• Possess excellent data entry skills and customer service skills with the ability
• Demonstrated critical thinking, using logic and reasoning to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks, and identifying alternative solutions or approaches
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Experience with tariff sheets and rate contract Human Relations
• Self-motivated and competitive with strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure and solve problems independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven office environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills and phone etiquette _____________________________________________________________________________________

EXPERIENCE

Ocean Imports:

3 years

Dispatching/Drayage/Trucking Experience:

3 years

Ocean Terminals:

3 years _____________________________________________________________________________________

LOCATION

• Bell, CA 90201

Work Location:

In person _____________________________________________________________________________________

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(The physical demands and work environment 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.)

• Regularly required to walk, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to reach with arms and hands; bend, kneel, crouch and/or crawl as well as the ability to see and hear.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to move about in office and warehouse facilities.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT

(The physical demands and work environment 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.)

• The incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a warehouse. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.
• The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 20 pounds.
• The incumbent typically works in an warehouse environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a warehouse. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.
• The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 40 pounds.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. _____________________________________________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABLITIES, AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management
• Business acumen in supply chain business verticals
• Strong sound knowledge of Human Resources skills
• Demonstrated team player qualities
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization including the hourly workforce, first line supervision, senior management, as well as vendors.
• Understanding and support of company policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, agreements, and procedure manuals as well as speak effectively before groups of customers and employees of the organization.
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills; solid analytical ability.
• Strong computer knowledge/proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Energetic, with a positive attitude
• Self-confident and willing to take responsibility
• Role models the De Well Values, including the values which underpin how we achieve our goals: ▪ Customer Oriented ▪ Humility ▪ Entrepreneurial culture ▪ Teamwork ▪ Integrity ▪ Innovative ▪ Play to

Win Pay:

From $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Can you walk me through how you would negotiate drayage rates with carriers while still making sure service quality and on-time delivery are maintained? Tell me about a time you had to resolve a drayage issue quickly, such as a missed pickup, terminal delay, chassis issue, demurrage risk, or carrier failure. What did you do?

Work Location:

In person