Argents Express Group is a Family-Owned, US Based, International and Domestic Freight Forwarder/Customs House Broker, Fulfillment and e-Commerce Provider established in 1977 . We have operational offices located in Charleston, SC, Chicago, IL and Seattle, WA and our Corporate Office is located on Hilton Head Island SC. Argents has handling capabilities throughout the USA and worldwide. Our service to our partners & customers is second to none.
Join our dedicated team as an International Quoting/Sales Agent, where your attention to detail, systematic approach, and problem-solving skills will drive the success of our logistics operations. We are looking for an individual who thrives in structured environments, values precision, and enjoys optimizing complex processes while finding solutions for our customers’ shipping needs.
Job Summary
Your scope of responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
All duties that revolve around offering competitive and efficient shipping solutions all over the world...
General Admin
- Obtain and organize updated rate tariffs into shared drive and our software system for any vendors involved in the supply chain
- Continually update tariffs and surcharges for ocean carriers.
- Update contact details for any and all vendors you come into contact with in our Software System
- Input data for shippers/consignees into our Software System for operational handling
- Field phone calls and general office support
Operations
- Process any air, land or sea domestic, import or export quotations that come into the RFQ (Request for Quote) platform from International agents and/or customers on a daily basis.
- Obtain costs to support any sales support quotations as required by sales staff.
- Research the best options for each inquiry and quote to win bids while maintaining profitability.
- Negotiate competitive rates with carriers involved with the inquiry wherever needed.
- Communicate professionally with offices, partners & vendors regarding shipments.
- Provide all costing and vendor back up to offices when routing is confirmed for movement.
- Build SOP where needed.
- Offer same day response to all inquiries that come in.
- Report won business revenue and profit on a monthly / quarterly basis.
Responsibilities could grow into operations / shipment handling.
Qualifications and Skills
College Degree Preferred (4 Years)
Some Industry experience/knowledge-preferably ocean export
Foreign language is a plus but not required
Open mind and good attitude
Strong organizational skills**
Desire to succeed
Benefits
- Health Benefits (medical, dental & vision) available the 1st of the month after 60 days of full time employment.
- Insurance Benefits (life, short term disability & long term disability) available the1st of the month after 60 days of full time employment
- 401(k) participation effective after (1) year full-time employment (from the election dates (January or July after (1) year full-time employment)
- Company discretionary profit sharing effective after (1) year full-time employment or qualification for 401(k) match (up to 4%)
- PTO: 128 hours annual, pro-rated effective after 90 days of full-time employment.
- Continuing education & training.
Argents Express Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,888.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Which email platform do you use in your current job?
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person