Full-Time

Shipping Technician

Posted on 11/19/2024

PFM

PFM

501-1,000 employees

Financial services for asset management and advisory

Consulting
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$19 - $25Hourly

Junior

Frederick, MD, USA

Category
Transportation & Distribution
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • High school diploma or educational equivalent, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • 1-2 years of experience in Global Logistics and Shipping, including temperature-controlled shipping.
  • Experience in shipping, receiving, and warehousing procedures preferred.
  • Good communication and problem solving skills.
  • Detail-oriented, thorough, and well-organized.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to grasp general concepts of import/export regulations.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
  • Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Responsibilities
  • Operate all courier systems to prepare package address labels, invoices, and other associated documentation correctly, professional and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain all shipping machines address databanks and verifying the information utilizing INFOR.
  • QC all shipping documentation prior to shipping; check shipments against manifest.
  • Monitor inventory level of shipping supplies and notifying team lead/manager when minimum operating levels have been met.
  • Ensure that all paperwork generated by photocopying is done in a quality manner to provide a professional appearance.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
  • Track all shipments to delivery at destination, escalating shipment that have encountered delays or customs hold.
  • Update necessary documents with tracking numbers for records, while ensuring all final commercial invoices, airway bill copies are filed and stored in designated areas.
  • Aid with other department tasks including but not limited to providing rates, providing KPI metrics, tracking shipments, etc.
  • Communicate with couriers and internal customers effectively.
  • Coordinate with other team leaders and participate in process improvement activities.
  • Identify and escalate risks/issues promptly and seek mitigation guidance.
  • Aid in investigation of new and emerging processes for the processing and handling customs documentation.
  • Any additional assignment or task assigned by the Logistics Manager.

PFM provides a variety of financial services, focusing on asset management, financial advisory, and consulting. The firm helps clients, including governments, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and non-profits, plan for their financial futures through services like investment advice, financial planning, and retirement planning. PFM operates mainly in the public finance sector, offering tailored financial solutions that cater to the specific needs of its diverse clientele. This includes specialized teams for transportation finance and economic consulting, which assist clients in developing effective financial strategies and planning for economic development. PFM also offers ESG solutions for clients interested in sustainable investments. What sets PFM apart from its competitors is its deep industry expertise and a strong commitment to understanding the unique challenges faced by its clients, making it a trusted partner in the public finance sector.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Founded

1975

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for ESG solutions aligns with PFM's sustainable investment offerings.
  • Digital transformation in public finance offers PFM opportunities to integrate advanced technologies.
  • Expansion of public-private partnerships in infrastructure projects benefits PFM's transportation finance.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven financial advisory services challenges PFM's traditional model.
  • PFM's acquisition by U.S. Bancorp may lead to strategic misalignments and conflicts.
  • Technological risks from AI-powered drive-thru systems could affect PFM's client satisfaction.

What makes PFM unique

  • PFM specializes in public finance, serving diverse clients like governments and nonprofits.
  • PFM offers tailored financial solutions, including ESG and transportation finance expertise.
  • PFM's client-focused approach ensures customized financial strategies for unique client needs.

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