Representative

Overview

Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.

We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program

Responsibilities

The Representative, Customer TLS, reports directly to the Customer Operations Manager, TLS or Station Manager, TLS.   a Customer Representative, TLS, you will work as part of a team to manage Truckload  Services business within EFW Truckload, a division of Estes Forwarding Worldwide.  You will be responsible for all aspects of operation with the EFW Truckload  Services division which will focus primarily on customer service and shipment management.  You will ensure proper execution of standard operating procedures, key performance indicators, and other account metrics on a daily basis.   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Implement strategies to maintain and/or expand profitability and promote EFW transportation services, specifically for EFW Truckload Brokerage.
• Expedite the resolution of customer concerns and exceptions to ensure customer and account satisfaction.
• Interface with both internal and external customers to understand the customer's overall objectives and requirements.
• Responsible for developing, managing, and fostering relationships with customers and accounts to ensure retention and create organic growth.
• Share details with customers on additional offerings to provide value added service. Collaborate with the appropriate Enterprise parties to ensure the customer’s transportations needs are taken care of.    
• Responsible for a book of Truckload Brokerage business in an effort to support operational and financial objectives of the regional operating center.
• Provide information to support claims mediation between carrier, customer, and EFW Claims Department.
• Through a network of internal and external transportation suppliers, determine the most efficient, cost effective service provider for the requested EFW Truckload Brokerage service.
• Evaluate multiple options regarding transportation services.
• Promote world-class customer care.
• Meet and exceed predetermined account goals and objectives.
• Maintain good communication and positive relationships with employees to promote employee morale and retention.
• Support and promote company core values.
• On-call schedule required as requested.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based, and job specific software applications.
• Must have a strong work ethic and good problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to interact well with others.
• Must desire to show leadership and team-building abilities.
• Must have good communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting.
• Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret general business documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence.
• Ability to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
• Ability to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment.
• Ability to follow prescribed and detailed procedures to solve routine problems.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

SUPERVISION

Position functions with supervision and has no direct reports.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 3-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or other transportation business or activity with a clear understanding of multiple modes and services within the transportation/logistics industry.  However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration. 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

None required.

TRAVEL

None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

Typically sitting at a desk or table.  Intermittently sitting, standing, walking, stooping.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 

Normal office situation.

EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.