Customer Service Representative
ConfidentialRegional ABOUT US: U.S. Multimodal Group (USMMG) is a company that specializes in providing comprehensive transportation and logistics solutions. The company operates across various modes of transport including truckload and intermodal, offering a seamless and integrated service to ensure efficient and timely delivery of goods. Its expertise lies in coordinating and managing complex logistics operations, catering to diverse client needs with customized solutions. By leveraging advanced technology, strategic planning, and a vast network of resources, U.S. Multimodal aims to optimize supply chains, reduce operational costs, and enhance overall customer service in the transportation sector. Harbor Division U.S. Multimodal Transport, LLC a subsidiary of U.S. Multimodal Group, LLC has been a long-standing staple in the trucking community since 1986. The company operates across various modes of transport including truckload and intermodal, offering a seamless and integrated service to ensure efficient and timely delivery of goods. Its expertise lies in coordinating and managing complex logistics operations, catering to diverse client needs with customized solutions. As the company continues to grow and move forward with drayage increases we are looking for a highly motivated, independent dispatcher to cover the 2nd/night shift. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify, and a background check is required. Job Summary: This position is onsite located in Rancho Dominguez, CA - The Customer Service Representative is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and operational support to customers, dispatchers, warehouse personnel, steamship lines, terminals, and other transportation partners. This position serves as a primary point of contact for customers and helps coordinate daily drayage operations, including container pickups and deliveries, port appointments, container availability, terminal issues, delivery schedules, customer specific spreadsheets, customer portals, documentation, and shipment updates. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced transportation environment where schedules and priorities can change quickly. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers. Respond promptly to customer phone calls, emails, and shipment inquiries. Provide accurate and timely updates regarding container status, pickup and delivery schedules, delays, and exceptions. Communicate professionally with customers regarding operational issues and service concerns. Maintain positive customer relationships and identify opportunities to improve service. Follow up on customer requests until the issue is resolved. Escalate significant service issues to management when necessary. Drayage Operations Support: Monitor daily import and export container activity. Coordinate with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery schedules. Verify container availability, appointments, cutoffs, and terminal requirements. Track containers from pickup through delivery. Monitor port and terminal delays and communicate changes to customers. Assist with resolving terminal, chassis, appointment, container, and delivery issues. Coordinate with warehouses and customers for transloading and delivery requirements. Assist with same-day and next-day shipment planning. Documentation Review and maintain bills of lading, delivery orders, booking information, container numbers, chassis information, and other transportation documents. Verify customer-provided shipment information for accuracy. Maintain accurate records of shipment activity and customer communications. Assist with proof-of-delivery documentation. Ensure required documents are received and properly filed. Assist with billing support by identifying accessorial charges and other customer-billable services. Dispatch Communication Communicate customer re…