Distribution Services Intern

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Scope of Position:

• Gain experience and knowledge in the Supply Chain Industry & Distribution Services
• This position will support the movement of freight by managing daily truck operations from Jurupa Valley, CA to Expeditors’ North American network of offices/warehouses.
• This position is located within a warehouse facility and will primarily be computer work with some interaction with freight as needed. 
• The position will require phone and email communication with Expeditors employees, trucking companies, and other strategic service providers.

Position Schedule:  Office Hours 8AM – 5PM; (Will not exceed 32 hours per week)

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Learn daily processes and input of all customer orders and distribution account (s). Provides daily operational reports that are accurate and timely. Run stock reports to check for product availability. Generate all related paperwork and necessary information required for customer work orders, checks all orders for special requests and post inventory records.
• Assists others in their duties with all distribution accounts. Work and communicate with customer service and warehouse personnel.
• Assist in analyzing reports and processes. Run reports, manage KPI’s, and conduct time studies of processes. Create business reviews with data and graph templates to illustrate service performance and overall productivity.
• Trace orders as required and work closely with customer service to notify customers of any activity concerning their order. Input all receipts, put-aways, moves, picks, shipments and cycle counts. Review all receipts, orders, move sheets.
• Provide support with other miscellaneous projects. Filing and research of issues.
• Maintain current and accurate procedures manual that detail the processing requirements for each account. Answer phone calls and operate various types of machines and computers necessary to perform duties. Effectively correspond with customers as required.
• Learn and assist with research and inventory maintenance. Audit receipts and orders as needed and conduct spot checks and inventory analysis.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High School Degree or equivalent required
• Successful candidates must pass a background check
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must not require future sponsorship for employment visa
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Must have the ability to work overtime in support of the department’s needs
• Must be able to commute to the city of Jurupa Valley, CA
• Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills
• Comfortable working in a professional office business environment and warehouse operation.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Associates or Undergraduate Degree Preferred
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive in thought and action
• Strong organizational skills
• Analytical with a strong attention to detail
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability

Reporting Structure

• Intern > Supervisor > Assistant Distribution Manager > Distribution Manager

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical
• Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Hourly rate range: $19/hour