About Eagle Logistics Systems
Eagle Logistics Systems is a freight forwarder that specializes in the Puerto Rico trade. With over 25 years of experience on the island, we help connect shippers with buyers and also support other transportation companies in reaching Puerto Rico efficiently.
We operate with our own trucks and warehouse space, giving us the ability to handle all types of cargowhether it's a full container load (FCL) or less-than-container load (LCL). We offer multiple sailings each week, giving you flexible options that meet your schedule.
In addition to Puerto Rico, our experienced team can also provide logistics support and competitive rates for destinations around the globe. Our wide range of services includes ocean freight, domestic trucking, drayage, transfers, and warehousing.
Note: Eagle Logistics Systems is owned by AJC Logistics, which is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Account Executive to join our Eagle Logistics team in San Juan. This role is ideal for someone with experience selling transportation and logistics servicesincluding domestic, international, and less-than-container load (LCL) shipments.
As an Account Executive, your main focus will be developing new business, generating leads, cold calling, and building strong relationships with potential customers.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and pursue potential customers and key contactsMake cold calls and schedule face-to-face sales meetings weeklySet appointments and prepare for sales presentationsResearch and develop new client relationshipsBuild and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customersStay in regular communication with prospective and existing clientsSupport with daily task such as follow up, lead generation, etc.Manage and send out marketing materials to potential customersPromote services on social media and other marketing platformsRepresent Eagle Logistics full range of domestic, international, and LCL freight servicesEducation & Experience:
Bachelors Degree required or equivalent related experience.Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)3 years or more of domestic, and/or 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) selling experience.Strong logistics operations knowledge and experience is preferred.Ability to understand products and customer needs for ocean transportation.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Ability to listen actively and to respond to questions with complete and accurate answers.Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write inEnglish & Spanish fluently. Read LessAbout AJC Logistics:
AJC Logistics LLC is a diversified logistics service provider specialized in Truck Brokerage, Ocean & Air Freight Management Services, Third Party Logistics, International Freight Forwarding and Customs House Brokerage for importers and exporters in the United States including Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Our core competency is to manage the transport of merchandise worldwide with superior customer service supported by integrated management systems. AJC takes a customer centric approach, recognizing that each client's requirements are unique. To learn more about AJC Logistics, visit our website at http://www.ajclogistics.com.
Position Summary:
We are looking for an energetic problem solver with import/export and ocean freight experience to join our operations team in San Juan. The Logistics Specialist (Domestic) will be responsible for important logistics and customer service tasks and will be the primary point of contact for multiple accounts for our Eagle Logistics
Systems division. You will be exposed to our talented workforce and diverse company culture while having the opportunity to make an impact on our business!
Your Day-to-Day:
Provide exceptional customer service while building relationships with new
and existing customers.
Manage all inquiries and request within a timely manner.
Administer and create files with all booking necessary information (Purchase
Order, Booking, Container Size, Temperature, Sail Date, etc).
Organize booking requests with steamship lines through different means of
communication.
Manage and maintain all inventory onsite by planning, verifying
appointments and providing visibility to customer.
Send customer a daily on hand inventory report and appointment schedule.
Ensure customer is up to date on all product discrepancies received
(damage, shortage, and overage).
Prepare all loading plans based on customers instructions and approved
weight and/or cubes.
Provide solutions and recommendations on loading customer freight.
Supply manifest with final loading information to customer.
Submit bill of ladings to steamship line according to commodity.
Confirm sailings and update the system with accurate information. Notify the
customer if sailing dates are different than originally planned.
Facilitate service failure investigation/complaint and ensure corrective and
preventive actions are in place.
Assist all claim processes within a timely manner.
Tools For Success :
Essential Traits & Skills
To be considered candidates must have:
Strong attention to detail to accomplish tasks thoroughly and accurately.
Effective customer service skill set.
Ability to independently plan, organize and prioritize effectively.
Must be able to meet deadlines easily.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
Education & Experience:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required.
2 to 5 years of previous logistics, ocean freight, or customer service
experience is required.
Language:
Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write in English fluently
About AJC International
AJC is a world leader in frozen and refrigerated food products, marketing poultry, pork, meat, seafood, vegetables and fruits around the globe. Our products and customers are located across more than 140 countries on six continents. Our multicultural workforce represents over 40 nationalities speaking more than 39 languages. For more than 40 years, we have focused on one goal making our clients more successful. To learn more about AJC, visit our website at www.ajcfood.com.
Our Opportunity
AJC is looking for a motivated and results driven International Sales Professional interested in advancing their sales career with an international company and top exporter of frozen protein products in the U.S. In this sales role you will be responsible for generating profitable sales of frozen food commodities like poultry, pork, and beef to a diverse region while meeting sales plan metrics. This is accomplished by maintaining and increasing current customer accounts and developing new customers through building relationships. The ideal candidate must be a (preferabbly experienced) commercially driven person who is positive, energetic, creative, a quick learner who is motivated by challenge and excited by the opportunity to work in an international environment.
Your Day-to-Day
Tools For Success
Essential Skills
To be considered candidates must:
Essential Traits
To be successful in this role the ideal candidate should be:
About Eagle Logistics Systems
Eagle Logistics Systems is a freight forwarder that specializes in the Puerto Rico trade. With over 25 years of experience on the island, we help connect shippers with buyers and also support other transportation companies in reaching Puerto Rico efficiently.
We operate with our own trucks and warehouse space, giving us the ability to handle all types of cargowhether it's a full container load (FCL) or less-than-container load (LCL). We offer multiple sailings each week, giving you flexible options that meet your schedule.
In addition to Puerto Rico, our experienced team can also provide logistics support and competitive rates for destinations around the globe. Our wide range of services includes ocean freight, domestic trucking, drayage, transfers, and warehousing.
Note: Eagle Logistics Systems is owned by AJC Logistics, which is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Account Executive to join our Eagle Logistics team in San Juan. This role is ideal for someone with experience selling transportation and logistics servicesincluding domestic, international, and less-than-container load (LCL) shipments.
As an Account Executive, your main focus will be developing new business, generating leads, cold calling, and building strong relationships with potential customers.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and pursue potential customers and key contactsMake cold calls and schedule face-to-face sales meetings weeklySet appointments and prepare for sales presentationsResearch and develop new client relationshipsBuild and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customersStay in regular communication with prospective and existing clientsSupport with daily task such as follow up, lead generation, etc.Manage and send out marketing materials to potential customersPromote services on social media and other marketing platformsRepresent Eagle Logistics full range of domestic, international, and LCL freight servicesEducation & Experience:
Bachelors Degree required or equivalent related experience.Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)3 years or more of domestic, and/or 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) selling experience.Strong logistics operations knowledge and experience is preferred.Ability to understand products and customer needs for ocean transportation.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Ability to listen actively and to respond to questions with complete and accurate answers.Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write inEnglish & Spanish fluently. Read Less