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AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail-on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT's full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!

We're problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.

Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver. means when you come move the world with us!

Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

The Customer Service Representative II will act as resource to AIT's customers requests and resolve delivery issues by answering customer's questions and work on resolving them in coordination with other departments. This role will focus on establishing new relationships, managing and maintaining existing customer's accounts and assessing customer's needs translating into results oriented solutions.

Follow established procedures on setting up routes and transit times / appointment scheduling for AIT's services
• Answer incoming calls and make outbound calls ensuring outstanding customer service. Complete requests with a sense of urgency and professionalism
• Work within Transportation Management Software (TMS) to trace loads and provide customers with necessary shipment updates
• Review and proactively respond to customer emails within the assigned team inbox
• Proactively meet or exceed Customer KPI's and / milestones within a timely manner
• Promote additional services, such as Proof of Delivery (POD's), to contribute to overall profit
• Serve as a liaison between sales and / or account management team and customers to enhance service experience
• Escalate highly unusual situations to sales and /or account management team to review and reconcile
• Review the process and take immediate action to correct or solve semi-routine issues that may occur
• Act as resource to new and existing customer accounts to assure accurate and timely delivery
• Provide feedback on enhancing current procedures that will increase efficiency reduce errors and better serve our customers
• Develop and maintain relationships with AIT's customers and vendors
• Train and gain general knowledge of lane history and customer pricing
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Education
* High School or GED equivalent (Required)
Experience
* 1+ years experience in customer service or related roles (Required)
* 2+ years experience working in Freight Forwarding, logistics, 3PL, Transportation Brokerage or Trucking company (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* AS400 Low
* Transportation Management Software (TMS) Medium
* Microsoft Office Suite Medium