Documentation Coordinator

## Documentation Coordinator Apply:
Hybrid Working:
Kansas City, MO:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R1796
** About Ascent
** Ascent Global Logistics, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, is a leading global provider of expedited, time-critical logistics solutions and other direct transportation services. The company connects customers to its extensive carrier network, internal ground fleet and airline via its proprietary, digital PEAK freight marketplace, which provides robust carrier capacity and transparent pricing, backed by 24/7/365 logistics experts. Ascent’s offerings include air charter and ground expedited solutions as well as truckload, less-than-truckload, global forwarding, brokerage, and managed transportation services.

The experienced Ascent team solves customers’ most challenging logistics needs by providing industry-leading service and top-tier satisfaction.
** Our Guiding Principles
** At the core of Ascent's culture is a strong commitment to excellence, driven by the passion and dedication of every team member. We're equally dedicated to going above and beyond for our customers, ensuring this commitment extends beyond our team and brings exceptional value to those we serve. We aim for perfect execution in everything we do and ‘play hard’ by creating an environment where tasks are performed with a can-do attitude from start to finish.

We ‘play smart’ by delivering on our commitments in an honest, fair and ethical manner. We treat every person with whom we interface with the utmost dignity and respect. We understand that our teammates are our most valuable assets, so we ‘play together’ by making every effort to provide a professional and enjoyable experience, enabling careers to flourish and personal growth to be achieved.
** What You’ll Do
** The Documentation Coordinator position prepares documents that are compliant with US customs and customs clearance destination.
* Ensure all documents are sent out timely
* Reviews daily reports to prioritize responsibilities for the day
* Gathers and submits documentation for shipments to ensure they can sail on time
* Answer alerts and emails from Smithfield and their customer base in a timely manner
* Provides assistance to customers and administrative staff
* Complies with state laws, policy and company procedures
* Assists client with problems or questions regarding their invoice
* Ensure AES is completed timely and accurately
* Understanding of the Harmonized Tarriff schedule and Schedule B Numbers.
* Other general office duties as assigned.
* Receives guidance for overall objectives; work with operations and within company and department policies and guidelines using independent judgment to achieve assigned objectives.
** What You’ll Bring
*** High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Previous office experience required
* Understanding of the Harmonized Tarriff schedule and Schedule B Numbers
* Language

Skills:

Relies on written and verbal communication. Able to read, analyze and interpret financial reports, industry journals and legal documents. Able to respond to verbal and written inquiries or complaints from customers. Able to effectively present information to customers, prospects, top management, and public groups. Communicates internally with all departments at the corporate office, with other terminals, third parties agencies, customers and prospects.
* Office

Skills:

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and ten-key skills.
* Mathematical

Skills:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
* Specific

Skills:

Must possess a current valid…