Global Forwarding Agent
- Job ID
- R41367
- Address
- C/ L’Artic 132-134, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, 08040
C.H. Robinson is seeking a Global Forwarding Agent to join our Global Forwarding OCEAN division, in Barcelona.
In this key position you will responsible for managing and operating the shipment lifecycle for your assigned accounts. You will be responsible to ensure customer requirements are met and answered accurately and timely. You will be accountable for executing and overseeing tasks for each shipment in addition to daily communication, reporting, and email management. You will assume ownership of your accounts’ success.
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 3 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.
Apply today and join us as we shape a diverse, inclusive, and more sustainable future for the supply chain industry.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of this position consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
Understand international shipping processes, documentation, and terminology
Input financial components for accurate customer billing
Execute shipment tasks per customer SOP requirements
Create, update, and maintain accurate shipment data in Navisphere
Provide pricing quotes based on customer and network needs
Offer track and trace services and generate shipment documents
Ensure high data integrity: shipment details, incoterms, routing, dates, documents
Build strong customer relationships; respond and follow up on issues promptly
Communicate clearly and effectively with Customers/Agents, CHR offices, and Vendors
Foster positive working relationships with team members and participate in new customer implementations and business meetings as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
High school diploma or GED in Supply Chain, Logistics, or International Business
Minimum 4 years of Global Forwarding experience
Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
Knowledge and experience with customs procedures and formalities (customs clearance, bonded transports)
Preferred:
Excellent communication, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills
Excellent customer service skills and follow up to be utilized with customers and the network
Proven track record of dealing with customers and being client focused
Critical-thinking, flexibility, and problem-solving skills to adapt to ever-changing tasks and customer needs
High level of attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven office environment
Ability to influence the lifecycle shipping process
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
WHAT WE OFFER:
Real opportunities to grow your talent in a fast-moving, global organization
A fun, open, and inclusive workplace that encourages innovative thinking
Possibility to develop your language skills in our multilingual offices
Opportunities for professional growth with access to training platforms like Percipio and GoFluent
Modern office location with convenient access
Fun activities and various events to foster team spirit
Comprehensive benefits: competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, meal voucher, life insurance, WFH allowance, healthcare plan as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) after one year of employment
Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building a diverse and 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.
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