Warehouse Associate Team Lead

Job Overview

This position is responsible for successful and timely completion of work assigned to the team and system and process training of team members.  Also responsible for workload balancing within the assigned team to include identification and escalation of challenges associated with the assigned responsibilities.

What will you enjoy doing (duties/tasks)

• Prepare price quotations on inbound international freight 
• Rate and route international traffic 
• Follow up with customers to resolve inquires 
• Prepare, route, and cut air bills and manifests 
• Correct billings and issue debit and credit memos for customers 
• Arrange for pick up and movement of freight to gateways 
• Expedite inbound import traffic to facilitate customs clearance 
• Initiate and maintain customer master profiles in order to have correct information on hand in order to offer consistent service. 
• Maintain close liaison with the U.S. Customs Service and for various specialized U.S. Customs clearance requirements. 
• Key in U.S. Customs entry line items into the Import CHB Computer System and submit entry to customs. 
• Communicating information and instructions to/from vendors. 
• Researching and resolving operational problems. 
• Review all documents, contact all first-time customers, perform credit checks, and handle other tasks as needed. • Distribution of work to assigned coordinators 

What you need to succeed (Qualifications, experience, skills, attributes) 

• This is a lead position. 
• Generally, prefer 6+ years of experience. 
• Good interpersonal skills required. 
• Knowledge of Word and Excel. 
• Knowledge of general freight forwarding terms and standards. 
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs Regulations and Harmonized Tariff Schedule. 
• Basic knowledge of accounting functions and relative information retrieval. 
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Why You’ll Love DB Schenker 

Our benefits package includes paid time off and paid sick time in the first year, health insurance, a 401(k) plan, disability insurance, and more as described in our benefits guide. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, performance, geography, and internal equity. Benefits may be subject to waiting periods and other terms and conditions.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary ranging from $26.27 -$32.84 an hour; and a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits package includes paid time off and paid sick time in the first year; health insurance; a 401 (k) plan; disability insurance, and more as described in our benefits guide. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as expertise, skills, qualifications, geography, and internal equity. Benefits may be subject to waiting periods and other terms and conditions. 

• Many of our jobs come with great benefits-including healthcare, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement. 
• Career Advancement. We’re strong believers in continual training and development for our people. After all, your success is our success. 
• Your Safety is important to us, so we will provide protective gear. 
• Health Advocacy support for you and your family. 
• Employee discounts 
• 401(k) option  

 

• How to Get Started 
• You can begin by applying above or visit us at https://dbschenker.com/global/careers 
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Medical

We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.

Vision

The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.

Dental

The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.

401(k)

The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.

Direct Deposit

We offer direct deposit to all employees.

Holidays

On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

DB Schenker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.