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C.H. Robinson Ocean Import Agent in Vecses, Hungary
We are currently searching for a Global Forwarding Agent – Ocean Import in Budapest, Hungary. The Global Forwarding Agent (GFA) is responsible for managing and operating the shipment lifecycle for complex and strategic accounts. They are a role model of global forwarding operational knowledge, experience, hard work ethic, supporter of business goals and objectives with excellent customer service skills and professionalism.
The GFA is a key customer contact and subject matter expert in ensuring all requests & customer requirements are met and answered accurately and timely. They are accountable for their individually assigned shipments in addition to daily communication, reporting, and email management. They have the ability to influence the process of shipments from beginning to end and take ownership for their work.
Does this sound like you? Apply today and help us build a more efficient and sustainable future for the supply chain industry.
At C.H. Robinson, we’re firm believers in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel innovation and propel success. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site four days a week, igniting creativity and driving impactful results. With the flexibility for remote work one day a week, this role strikes the perfect balance between teamwork and autonomy.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of this position consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
Maintain Operational Excellence
Understand international shipping processes from purchase order to cargo delivery, including documentation and terminology
Accurately input financial components of shipments to ensure correct customer billing
Apply industry knowledge and critical thinking to adapt processes and resolve challenges
Execute and coordinate shipments, ensuring compliance with customer SOPs (booking approvals, pre-alerts, filings, delivery, invoicing)
Create and maintain accurate shipment data in Navisphere, ensuring integrity of INCOterms, routing, dates, and documents
Facilitate Relationships
Build strong customer relationships through timely communication and issue resolution
Act as a key customer contact and subject matter expert, collaborating cross-functionally to identify process improvements
Lead by example in customer outreach, retention, and expansion efforts
Other Activities
Monitor shipment trends, recommend technology/process improvements, and support reporting for Sales and Account Managers
Ensure adherence to customer SOPs and perform additional duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
High School diploma
Minimum 3 years of Global Forwarding industry experience
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Fluent in Hungarian and English (written and verbal)
Preferred:
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Extensive industry and department knowledge (process & handling, regulations, international shipping, etc.)
Strong prioritization, multi-tasking skills, and high level of flexibility as priorities and needs change daily
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven office environment
Proven track record of dealing with customers and being client focused
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
WHAT WE OFFER
Real opportunities to grow your talent in a fast-moving, global organization
Opportunities for professional growth with access to training platforms like Percipio
Comprehensive benefits: competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, Private medical insurance, additional Life insurance, Cafeteria plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) after one year employment
Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!
Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?
C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $22 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world’s largest logistics platforms and rank in the FORTUNE 200. We’ve been an innovator in logistics for over 100 years. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With the combination of our multimodal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for more than 90,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers on our platform. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers’ businesses.
As a responsible global citizen, we contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to us and our people. FORTUNE has named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2024, showcasing our position as a leader in our industry. Our commitment to excellence is further affirmed by being named a Great Place to Work 2023-24 by the Great Place to Work Institute, one of Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity and one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek. Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world. For more information, visit us at www.chrobinson.com .