Nippon Express USA

Transporation Administrative Assistant

Job Locations US-AL-Madison
ID 2025-2129
Category
Administration
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo.  NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. 

Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. (“NEU”) was incorporated in New York in 1962 as a fully owned subsidiary of NX.  NEU provides logistics solutions and comprehensive transportation services through its international freight forwarding and logistics network, including specialized handling of: air, land, sea and express packages; all types and sizes of cargo; personal effects and household goods; fragile and perishable freight; and livestock.  NEU also provides related services, such as warehousing, distribution and customs brokerage and clearance. NEU operates at 55 locations in 27 states within the U.S., with approximately 1300 employees.  NEU has enjoyed tremendous growth and success as one of the top five international freight forwarders in the world. We connect people with products throughout the world.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and optimize transportation plans, schedules, and related activities.
  • Outbound shipping and receiving duties including appropriate dispatching functions.
  • Act as a point of contact between different departments, carriers, suppliers, client, and customers to ensure smooth operations – this includes verbal and written communications and correspondence as required.
  • Look up and run required data and reports using AS400 system.
  • Maintain accurate records of transportation activities, inventory, shipment details, costs, and compliance documentation. 
  • Logging appropriate driver information as required.
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze data, and generate reports as required. 
  • Build and maintain relationships with transportation providers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. 
  • Handle inquiries, resolve complaints, and ensure a positive customer experience related to transportation services.
  • Verify process and auditing activities as required. 
  • Provide backup and assistance in the transportation areas as appropriate.
  • General business support functions as required or assigned.

Qualifications

 

  • Organizational & Multitasking Abilities: Effectively manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Communicate clearly and concisely with various stakeholders.
  • Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Identify and resolve issues, analyze data, and make informed decisions.
  • Knowledge of Transportation Regulations: Understand and apply relevant regulations and safety standards.
  • Proficiency in Logistics Software: Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) and other relevant software.
  • Attention to Detail: Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance.
  • Flexibility & Adaptability: Adjust to changing circumstances and handle unexpected situations.

Pay Rate: $21.50

Organization Relationships:

This position will interact with branch colleagues, leadership staff, and office /warehouse personnel. Must be able to work with customers, vendors, and outside organizations.

 

Work Environment:

(With or without accommodations) This position is predominantly sedentary office work which involves sitting, typing, filing, and conversing on the phone.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities and working conditions of the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

 

Nippon Express offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month after 30 days.
  • 401k with a company match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, HSA, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Auto and Home policies, Commuter Benefits, and much more.
  • Generous Vacation and Sick time.

 

Nippon Express USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to 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 federal, state or local laws.

Options

Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later.
Share on your newsfeed