Customer Service Representative

Company: Lynden Incorporated
Location: Humble
Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Description:

Lynden Transport is looking for an individual who is driven by a passion for customer service, effectively processes and delivers critical information through various channels. Responsibilities include managing and communicating cargo availability, routing, and freight rating details for truck, steamship, barge, and plane.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed:

* Punctuality and consistent attendance are critical expectations for this role.
* Respond to a diverse range of customer inquiries in person, by phone, and via email, providing information on rates, routing, packing procedures, and interline transportation processes.
* Perform tasks outside of the office including dock checks if needed.
* May be required to work additional or alternate shifts as assigned.
* Process Bills of Lading for receiving, ensuring all information is complete. Review documents for accuracy, assign appropriate codes and instructions, and enter alphanumeric receiving data from source documents into the office computer system.
* Accuracy and attention to detail are essential to ensure thorough and precise work performance.
* Input Bills of Lading and delivery receipts into Lynden's imaging system with accuracy and efficiency.
* Assign rates to straightforward Bills of Lading and contract customers that do not require extra handling.
* Complete all required Lynden training and maintain up-to-date knowledge of company procedures and best practices.
* Provide prompt and accurate responses to customer inquiries, concerns, and service needs via phone, email, or in person
* Notify customers of freight availability in a timely manner and schedule delivery appointments.
* Provide accurate rate quotes using Lynden's computer program.
* Accurately process payments via cash, credit card, or check for invoices.
* Work as a team player in a team environment

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