Role Overview
The International Move Management Consultant will be responsible for managing many aspects of international household shipments including managing the relationship with the overseas booking agent and acting as a single source contact for the customer in North America on behalf of the overseas booking agent. To be successful the IMC will communicate with agents, vendors and customers, manage the profitability of the shipments, educate customers as needed and agents regarding process and procedures for international shipping and resolve transportation issues. Additional responsibilities include invoice dispute resolution, providing coverage for absent colleagues, vendor management and selection, all the while focusing on ensuring customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
40% Logistics Management
- Anticipate, plan and ensure the most efficient and cost-effective shipment routing based on customer requirements
- Prompt management : utilize the operating system (SCAN) to take actions identified by the system to ensure timeliness of the move process
- Organization : ability to work in a paperless environment utilizing the SISTRS imaging system
- Metrics management : adhere to set goals to ensure the KPIs are met
- Communication : communicate and coordinate with agents, vendors & customers on all aspects of the move including negotiation of rates where applicable
- Problem resolution : mitigate adverse financial impact of problematic situations through use of technical knowledge, established business contacts and persistence
30% Communicate Proactively and Build Relationships
Agent : understand and set move expectations. Handle customer issues with a sense of urgency and empathy.Superb customer service skillsProcess oriented : follows pre-defined move management process which includes at least 4 phone calls with the transfereePhone and e-mail agent contact with U.S. and overseas agentsPhone and e-mail contact with third party vendors in the US / Canada (steamship lines, port brokers, truckers)Agent / supplier : coordinate and communicate the logistics, pricing, move details and any problem resolutionAgent support : communicate and report back to agents as requiredSupport : coordination with various departments such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, claims and account management to ensure proper completion of all aspects of a moveAgent satisfaction : manage and monitor the expectations, requests and issues timely and effectively. Provide guidance relative to Customs Requirements in over 151 different countries.Shared accountability for the success and failure of each move with the overseas booking agentResponsible for a targeted annual workload of 400-500 shipments20% Pricing
Generate competitive, one-off rate quotes by obtaining and building Door-to-Door, Port-to-Door or Door-to-Port pricing for all aspects of the international move, inclusive of origin, trucking, freight, customs clearance and destination services through the use of internal systems (MoveManager) and external resources (3rd party vendors, agents, steamship lines, network offices, US Customs)Accountability for margin, vendor selection, transportation expense and final routing of the shipmentMargin management : evaluate all aspects of a move to ensure the most profitable route is taken by using tools such as MoveManager, tariff documents and vendor negotiations where tariffs don't existAccountable for ensuring agents and vendor rate proposals are within fair market value. Ability to negotiate when needed.10% Exception Resolution
Settle invoice exceptions via cost research, comparing quoted rates to invoice and tariff ratesNegotiate with vendors, agent partners and network offices to settle discrepanciesDocument root causes to aid in reducing future occurrencesAbide by formal dispute process when resolving inter-company exceptionsQualifications
Industry experience (freight forwarding, import / export) preferredMinimum 2 years customer service experience requiredStrong communication skills : both oral and written with proper business etiquetteStrong negotiation skillsStrong analytical skills : understanding of a basic P&L (Profit & Loss) statementEffective problem solving skillsBasic world geographyOrganization : time management, setting priorities, multi-tasking, deadline orientedTeamwork and ability to work with different culturesResults-orientedProficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)Multi-lingual a plusBachelors degree required or equivalent work experienceAt Sirva, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, we provide the following salary information for this position :
Position Title : International Move Management ConsultantSalary Range : $49,000-$67,000 USDBenefits : Comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA / HSA, Employer HSA Match, Life & Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, ID Theft Protection Plan and more. Benefits are based on employment status and may not be available for temporary or part-time employeesSalary ranges may vary based on location, market conditions, and other factors such as experience and qualifications. The final compensation will be determined during the hiring process based on these considerations.
For positions available outside the United States, salaries will take into account local currency and market conditions, which may differ from the USD salary range. If you have any questions about salary or benefits, we encourage you to ask during the hiring process.
Sirva Worldwide, Inc. provides HR and mobility professionals with the resources, guidance, and support they need to achieve the best possible relocation for talent, and for the companies that move them. As a leading global relocation management and moving services company, we bring together personalized program solutions, expansive global reach, innovative technology, and an unmatched supply chain to transform businesses of any size and empower talent moving to their next opportunity. From corporate relocation and household goods to home sale and commercial moving and storage, our portfolio of brands (including Sirva, Allied, northAmerican, Global Van Lines, Alliance, Sirva Mortgage and Smartbox) provide everything needed to move talent and deliver experience.
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