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Customer Service Associate - International Contract Management

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Customer Service Associate - International Contract Management

Remote

General Information:
This person will provide a direct interface with both International customers and HITACHI locations worldwide. This person will assist Marketing and Field Sales in establishing a cost-competitive approach in negotiating foreign contracts. This person will also provide expertise in International Trade Terms, U.S. & foreign trade compliance, documentation requirements, financing, and INCO terms.
This person will be expected to possess knowledge & understanding of HITACHI Group directives. This position requires high persuasion & negotiations skills, as well as a pleasant personality and ability to handle stress well. This role will require efficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. Expertise in SAP would be a benefit, but is not a necessity.

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Your Responsibilities:

  • Manage contents of contracts for specific details to ensure compliance to corporate policies as well as national & foreign government regulations.
  • Manage contracts from order-entry process until product is delivered to the customer and payment is received.
  • Expedite all orders for necessary documentation, i.e. Import License, Export License, Letters of Credit, Inspection Authorization, etc.
  • Prepare all necessary shipping documentation, i.e. Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, USMCA Certificate, all documentation required on a Letter of Credit, etc.
  • Maintain vast relationships within HITACHI and among external parties (e.g. banks, steamship lines, freight forwarders, packers, customers, etc.) to provide our customer with the highest quality customer service.
  • Utilize HITACHI's tools and processes, including product configuration tools, order entry & invoicing systems, etc.
  • Responsible for order tracking and assurance of on-time customer delivery.
  • Work with HITACHI Logistics on export arrangements.
  • Invoice the customer for HITACHI factories in accordance with INCO Terms.
  • Additional duties may be assigned, as needed.
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or relate fields.
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
  • Recent experience working with international transportation operations, especially with Export Compliance.
  • Knowledge of INCO terms.
  • Previous experience with business-to-business (B2B) customer support; international client support experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge and skill in utilization of computer databases applications, & systems - efficiency using MS-Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) is necessary, and experience using SAP is highly preferred.
  • Experience using Customer Relationship Management.

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Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-109538
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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