What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Agent position at ROCK IT CARGO?
Company: Rock-it Global
Job Type/ Industries: Full-time/Logistics/Domestic Import/Export
Education Level: Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
Location: JFK
Experience: 1-3 years desired
Salary: 30.00-35.00 Hourly
Ready to turn your passion into a career? Do you dream of working in a dynamic and fast-paced logistics environment, supporting major events in sports, music, fine art, and film? Want the chance to collaborate with some of the biggest names in entertainment, media, and global events? Look no further! We’re looking for talented and passionate individuals like you to join our logistics team.
Global Critical Logistics, an award-winning global leader within the entertainment and luxury import/export logistics industry providing unrivaled experience and expertise for live events, touring, sports, luxury auto and art freight forwarding. Our teams serve as the premier freight forwarders handling some of the world’s biggest concerts, festivals, and sporting events for many high-profile clients across the music & sports industries to make the greatest shows and events possible across the world.
At our company, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. As an Operations Agent you will play a crucial role in an environment where our employees excel and feel valued. Join us in creating unforgettable experiences and driving success in a fast-paced, exciting industry. Apply today and be a part of a team that values teamwork, innovation, diversity, and excellence.
Essential Duties:
Primary duties for this position include but not limited to assisting the operations department in bookings for domestic and international freight forwarding as well as preparing the appropriate documentation for these shipments.
- Arrange domestic and international import/export shipments via air, trucking and ocean
- Assist operations department in bookings and documentation
- Maintain and cultivate customer and vendor relationships
- Follow-up with shippers and consignees to ensure quality and timeliness of shipments
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Basic freight forwarder knowledge
- Ability to learn software programs quickly and adeptly
- Solid customer service skills
- Sharp organizational along with attention to detail and prioritization skills
- MS Outlook, Word, Excel
- Strong ability to handle time-sensitive issues
- Teamwork oriented
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
- Pass a security background check
- Administrative/Operations/Logistics experience (1-3 years desired)
Must possess valid identification, preferably a valid US driver’s license
Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
What GCL Will Offer You:
A growing logistics firm backed by an award-winning global parent company within the entertainment and luxury import/export logistics industry providing unrivaled experience and expertise for live events, touring, sports, luxury auto and art freight forwarding. Our teams serve as the premier freight forwarders handling some of the world’s biggest concerts, festivals, and sporting events for many high-profile clients across the music & sports industries to make the greatest shows and events possible across the world.
Work with some of the most well-known and successful companies in the world. Your work will make an impact and be appreciated by others.
Benefits & Perks That Rock!
- Recharge & Reset: Enjoy a generous PTO package with 18 vacation days, 2 floating holidays, 7 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually. We know work-life balance is key.
- Your Health, Our Priority: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans are just the start. Get employer contributions to your HSA if you choose a high-deductible health plan, plus access to convenient telemedicine through MDLive and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Financially Fit: Secure your future with our 401(k) match and comprehensive employer-funded insurance (Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability).
- Family Matters: Welcoming a new addition? We offer generous paid parental leave for all parents.
- Perks with a Purpose: Grow professionally with Continuing Education Reimbursement, give back with Charitable Donation Matching, and even snag free tickets to client events (when available)!
- Culture Club: We love to celebrate! Join us for regular company events like birthday lunches, sports outings, volunteer opportunities, and more.
- Optional Add-Ons: Customize your benefits with supplemental insurance (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity) and pet insurance through MetLife.
- Sweet Savings: Score potential discounts on home and auto insurance through Farmers Insurance.
GCL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, GCL will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact hiring@gcl.global GCL provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, GCL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. GCL expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.