Customer Service Associate

FULL DESCRIPTION : Serves as the primary contact between Client Supply Chain and the assigned external customers. Responsible for all aspects of the relationship including analyzing incoming emails and determining a prompt resolution. Establishes and maintains positive, effective relationships with key internal contacts; UTILIZES SEVERAL DISPATCH SYSTEMS (TES, LME, FOUR KITES, OTR) AND EXTERNAL SCHEDULING SYSTEMS (RETAILIX, RETAIL LINK, UNFI, ONE NETWORK, etc) TO PROBLEM SOLVE FOR ALL BUSINESS UNITS; maintains knowledge of all internal Client policies procedures and software applications; maintains knowledge of external customers organizational structure, procedures and all other pertinent information; utilizes available resources to identify the most cost effective solution to best service the needs of Client and the customer; identifies and implements creative solutions to resolve issues which negatively impact any aspect of the delivery process, to positively represent Client, their relationship with its customers and accurate delivery of products to external customers.

REQUIREMENTS : EDUCATION: Bachelor s degree or equivalent work experience in transportation or logistics

EXPERIENCE : 1- 3 years business experience in transportation or logistics, not just regular customer service! COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient with MS Office applications required; majority of business is conducted via email up to and possibly exceeding 300 per day. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Strong written oral and interpersonal skills; Conflict Management skills; Ability to multi-task; Positive attitude; Problem Solving skills; Negotiation skills