Coordinator, International Transportation
General Purpose
The International Inbound Operations Coordinator is responsible for providing support for all International inbound transportation activities. Acts as a liaison between Ross, Customs Broker, Steamship lines, Freight Forwarders, Vendors and Ross departments as appropriate. Provides support to the International Planners with Ross Direct and POE shipments and administrative activities, as appropriate, for both inbound domestic and international functions.
Career growth
We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
Teamwork
We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
Commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community
Essential Functions
- Provide support to the inbound group in all areas of inbound transportation including entering, tendering, scheduling, tracking and tracing of International shipments.
- Investigate and resolve issues related to international movement of freight.
- Provide support to Inbound International Planners with Ross Direct and POE shipments.
- Provide superior level of customer service to vendors, buyers and DC's.
- Resolve any transportation related issues or problems to effect on-time delivery.
- Responsible for communications with regards to tracking, tracing, documentation issues and booking of international shipments.
- Interaction with Customs, freight forwarders, vendors and carriers.
- Responsible to execute the plan for cost savings, service improvement programs, ensuring customs compliance and provide information that supports on-time delivery of freight to Ross DCs.
- Aid with any projects requested or duties assigned by the International Supervisors or Manager.
Competencies
- Drive results
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Performance Standards
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
- Data Entry Accuracy
Qualifications And Special Skills Required
- 1-2 years of minimum experience in international transportation preferred
- 2-4 years of customer service experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Knowledge of international documents, incoterms, customs regulations and tariffs
- Transportation background within the retail industry
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access
- Strong self-motivation and the ability to work aggressively to complete projects
- Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to communicate with all levels and departments both within and outside the company.
Physical Requirements/ADA
Supervisory Responsibilities Drayage Manager
Disclaimer This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion. Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.