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Associate Global Forwarding Agent

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C.H. Robinson

Associate Global Forwarding Agent

Sydney, Australia

Are you a recent University graduate looking to kickstart your career in a dynamic and fast-growing industry? Join C.H. Robinson as an AssociateGlobal Forwarding Agent (GFA) and embark on an exciting journey in our modal operations team.

In this entry-level role, you'll have the chance to:

  • Learn essential operational concepts and industry terminology.
  • Understand our company's goals and values.
  • Develop crucial skills for a successful career in logistics and supply chain management.

As you build your expertise, you will also gain hands-on experience by managing small to medium-sized customer accounts.

No prior experience in logistics? No problem! We're looking for motivated individuals eager to learn and grow with us.

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If you are passionate about customer service and eager to make an impact in the freight forwarding industry, we encourage you to apply today and discover the endless opportunities at C.H.Robinson.

About the role:

The duties and responsibilities of this position consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

Maintain Operational Excellence:

  • Understand the processes, documentation, and terminology involved in international shipping from time of purchase order issuance through the delivery of the cargo
  • Apply basic industry knowledge to respond to customer requests
  • Learn and Execute/Coordinate tasks on the shipments to meet all customer SOP requirements.
  • Ensure a high-level of data integrity within the shipments: acknowledgement of shipment details, INCOterms, routing, dates, documents, etc.
  • Learn and understand pricing. Complete low to medium complexity customer quotes

Facilitate Relationships:

  • Communicate clearly, timely, and effectively with Customers, CHR offices, Agents, and Outside Vendors
  • Promote a positive working relationship for all team members
  • Understand and learn to leverage CHR's network of departments, support teams and leadership.

Other Activities:

  • Ensure customer SOPs are maintained and adhered to
  • Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and/or country specific requirements

About you:

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or Graduate Degree or equivalent
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Strong communication, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills
  • Proven critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to adapt to ever-changing tasks and customer needs
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Disclaimer:

  • This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.

Benefits

At C.H. Robinson Oceania, we are a proud Equal Opportunity employer offering flexible work to support a work/life balance along with offering a broad range of career development opportunities. We have an experienced and passionate team who work collaboratively to deliver smarter solutions for our clients. Employees have access to our well regarded, confidential Employee Assistance Program. Our Robinson Cares program allows our employees to give back to the community.

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $22 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world's largest logistics platforms and rank in the FORTUNE 200. We've been an innovator in logistics for over 100 years. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world's economy. With the combination of our multimodal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for more than 90,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers on our platform. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers' businesses.

As a responsible global citizen, we contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to us and our people. FORTUNE has named C.H. Robinson one of the World's Most Admired Companies 2024, showcasing our position as a leader in our industry. Our commitment to excellence is further affirmed by being named a Great Place to Work 2023-24 by the Great Place to Work Institute, one of Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity and one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek. Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world. For more information, visit us at www.chrobinson.com.

Client-provided location(s): Mascot NSW 2020, Australia
Job ID: robinson-R42298
Employment Type: Full Time