Agent Inhouse Sales & Customer Service IAH

Cargolux

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

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In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The agent will disseminate rate and routing information to customers while managing booking procedures and import restrictions. They will also perform additional assignments as directed by the Sales or Station/Regional Manager.

Qualifications

Job Description

Task Responsibilities:

  • Disseminates rate and routing information via phone, email.
  • Attains and maintains ability to find schedules, rates and trucking data sufficient to efficiently deal with customer requests and follow ups.
  • Determines dimensional vs. actual weights, works simultaneously in English and metric systems, knows aircraft floor-loading limitations, and knows when to apply positional vs. volume weights.
  • Be thoroughly conversant in booking, ALERT, SPH, and LUX-reservations notification procedures relevant to bookings, as well as how to find relevant data for destination import restrictions.
  • In addition to responsibilities otherwise enumerated herein, the Customer Service Agent shall perform those other assignments as directed by the Sales or Station/Regional Manager.

Essential Requirements For The Position:

  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience sales and/or customer service.
  • Knowledge and experience in air cargo sales and/or freight forwarding considered a plus.
  • Must be found qualified/acceptable by government agencies for issuance of an airport ID.
  • Must have valid driver's license and ability to obtain a passport.
  • To maintain professional and technical knowledge in regards to the air cargo industry.
  • Must always conduct themselves in a pleasant, business-like manner to be reflective of high standards.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
  • Have team spirit and be able to work in an independent way.
  • Be proactive and take initiatives.
  • Be willing to learn and improve.

Working Conditions:

  • The position is based in Houston, Texas.
  • The position demands a regular presence in the office and requires vacation and other absences to be planned so as to avoid conflicting with service needs.
  • Flexibility may be needed with working hours.
  • Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental. Additional ancillary plans available at low cost to the employee.
  • Retirement: Short waiting period to participate. Up to 6% employer match.
  • Paid time off: start off with 10 vacation days a year (on an accrual basis). 48 sick hours as of date of hire, 9 holidays.
  • Hourly rate: 23.00-26.50 USD

Cargolux Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Cargolux Airlines will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources department at area1hr@cargolux.com.

Cargolux

Cargolux is Europe’s largest all cargo carrier and boasts a modern fleet of purpose-built 747-400 and 747-8 freighters. Cargolux was the launch customer for both these aircraft types which it continues to operate to move valuable and time-sensitive commodities worldwide. The company covers a global network spanning 75 destinations and 85 offices in over 50 countries as well as a number of trucking contractors serving more than 250 international gateways. Its current shareholders are Luxair (35.1%), HNCA (35%), BCEE (10.91%), SNCI (10.67%) and the Luxembourg state (8.32%). Cargolux has established itself as a high-quality, reliable air cargo carrier committed to service excellence. The airline offers a customized portfolio of products dedicated to specific shipment types to ensure live animals, perishables or outsized freight are expertly handled. The highly trained and dedicated staff offer an additional guarantee of quality. Our airline is specialized in B747 line and hangar maintenance up to and including C-Checks. It provides a range of specialized maintenance services and holds line maintenance approval for 777 aircraft. The company also offers third-party maintenance services at its state-of-the-art double bay facility in Luxembourg. Cargolux is a member of the Airlines for Europe (A4E) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA). For more information, please visit www.cargolux.com.
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