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DHL Express, Inc. ACS Booking Agent (P2) in Erlanger, Kentucky
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We currently have an opportunity for an Air Capacity Sales (ACS) Booking Agent at our CVG, Erlanger, KY Hub.
This position is part of the US cargo division of DHL Aviation which is an organization that sells excess air network capacity to freight forwarders. The US ACS group is a high growth unit, with revenue tripling in the last three years to over 100 million annually. ACS is a key contributor to the success of Express, as the ACS proceeds are returned to the DHL Express in the form of reduced airline costs.
Key Accountabilities:
Position will require you to work directly with Network Control, Line haul Planning, Capacity Planning and ULD management at the CVG Hub with a focus on Hub connectivity.
Coordinates ACS shipments at the US Hub operational activities to ensure the safe, timely and cost effective processing of shipments.
Work with Express stations, ground providers, 3 party vendors and the hub to develop capacity solutions on behalf of the customer
Directs and ensures compliance with established DHL corporate, hub, gateway or terminal warehouse Hub/Gateway, and airline policies, procedures and standards in accordance with government regulations.
Communicate to the customer in an effective and concise manner on the condition of their freight during transit
Work with the Express stations, ground providers, 3rd party vendors, and the Hub to develop capacity solutions on behalf of the customer
Provide customers technical advice regarding documentation, regulations compliance (e.g. DGR, screening, export docs, etc), and aircraft and ULD load capabilities
Analyze load trends for network operations and recommend capacity changes as necessary
Work closely with ACS Sales to determine best possible solutions for customer transit requirements
Load and book customer shipments using the ACS website CMS
Train customer in the use of CMS
Monitor all US, LATAM, and Canada AGA’s and allocations
Monitor booking emails and answer booking calls
Create daily reports including (Bypass, Hot Shipment, Perishables)
Update daily closed city spreadsheet
Preform daily rebooking when shipments are held at origin/destination
Skills & Qualifications:
· HS Diploma or Equivalent required
· BS/BA related field preferred
· Experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse or industry related field preferred
· Knowledge of aircraft type and ULD type
· Prior customer service experience preferred
· This fast pace role requires analytical thinking and the ability to make quick decisions independently
· Strong problem solving skills
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Strong proficiency with MS Office
· Ability to work from home
· DHL is a 24/7 company so only candidates with the flexibility to work evening and weekends will be considered
Work Authorization:
DHL Express USA will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.
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