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:
Minimum of an Associate's degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 1 - 3 years of experience in transportation, logistics or other transportation business. Experience working with Dangerous Goods/HAZ-MAT certification desired. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications.
Must be able to proficiently complete air and ground shipping documents both electronically and manually.
Work outside of normal business hours in order to meet deadlines where necessary and as directed by management.
Maintain a strong work ethic, including a positive demeanor at all times and work in a cooperative and friendly manner with customers, co-workers and those with whom the employee comes into contact while fulfilling the obligations of the position.
Present a professional appearance, attitude, and image with internal and external clients.
Demonstrate effective problem solving, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to clearly convey short and long-term defined goals.
Ability to speak English is a requirement of the customer.
Ensure complete customer satisfaction and to create repeat business opportunities.
Meet all deadlines 100% of the time.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Knowledge of world geography.
Effective time management.
Excellent problem solving skills.
Ability to multi-task and change course quickly.
Interpret information to accomplish business objectives.
Plan and prepare for the needs of the organization within the employee’s span of control.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Ability to work with groups of people such as other departments and communicate known concepts.
Ability to solve problems with a variety of concrete variables through semi-standardized solutions that require some ingenuity and analysis.
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.
EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.