International Logistics Consultant (Hybrid)

Sirva
paid time off, 401(k)

One Parkview Plaza (Show on map)
Nov 11, 2025
Role Overview The IMC acts as the primary point of coordination providing service delivery to our clients and their assignees whilst maintaining the highest level of customer service. The IMC will be the first point of contact for the moving aspects of an employee's relocation. They will support and organize the movement of household goods and personal items for our client's assignees. They will be responsible for guiding the employee through the process ensuring that you provide an excellent level of customer service. The IMC will have strong organization skills, problem-solving abilities, cultural awareness and time management abilities. To be successful the IMC will communicate with agents, vendors and customers, manage the profitability of the shipments, educate customers as needed and agents regarding process and procedures for international shipping and resolve transportation issues. Additional responsibilities include invoice dispute resolution, providing coverage for absent colleagues, vendor management and selection. Responsibilities 30% Communicate Proactively, Build Relationships & Ensure Customer Quality Customer Set move expectations and proactively anticipate the customer's needs. Handle customer inquiries with a sense of urgency and empathy. Phone and e-mail transferee and/or accounts wherever they might be globally, involves occasionally working outside of standard business hours. Manage and monitor customer expectations, requests and issues timely and effectively. Maintain minimum quality service score as defined by our IMC Scorecard. Full accountability for the success of each assigned move. Supply Chain Coordinate and communicate the logistics, pricing, move details and troubleshoot/resolve any process glitches. Phone and e-mail agent contact with overseas household goods moving agents. Phone and e-mail contact with our supply chain in the US/Canada/Overseas (steamship lines, port brokers, truckers). Account Support Communicate and report back to accounts/bookers as required Identify areas for enhancement or improvement; work with management to systematically resolve. Coordinate with various departments such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, claims network management and account management to ensure proper completion of all aspects of a move. 15% Logistics Management Follow pre-defined move management process and our proprietary workflow system tasks as defined by the book of business and shipment workflow. Anticipate, plan and ensure the most efficient and cost-effective shipment routing based on customer requirements. Select and coordinate with the best household goods movers at origin and destination, truckers and freight lines (ocean/air/road) to best forward the shipment according to account requirements. Partner with customs and other governmental agencies as required. Mitigate adverse financial impact of problematic situations through use of technical knowledge, established business contacts and persistence. 25% Financial Generate rate quotes by obtaining and building Door-to-Door, Port-to-Door or Door-to-Port pricing for all aspects of the international move, inclusive of origin, trucking, freight, customs clearance and destination services through the use of internal systems and external resources (3rd party vendors, agents, steamship lines, network offices, US Customs) Accountability for margin, vendor selection, transportation expense and final routing of the shipment Margin management: evaluate all aspects of a move to ensure the most profitable route is taken by using tools such as ProQuote /MoveRight, tariff documents and vendor negotiations where tariffs don't exist Accountable for ensuring agents and vendor rate proposals are within fair market value. Ability to negotiate when needed. Settle invoice exceptions via cost research, comparing quoted rates to invoice and tariff rates Negotiate with vendors, agent partners and network offices to settle discrepancies Document root causes to aid in reducing future occurrences Abide by formal dispute process when resolving inter-company exceptions 15% Move Administration Data integrity: Document within the Globalcom/PROMOVE/Navision systems all customer, agent and move information including revenue, expense and correspondence/action taken. Paperwork and file management: responsible for all shipping documentation and timely forwarding to destination agent, port agent, inland carrier etc. while minimizing paper files by utilizing system notes and scanning capabilities. Enable billing: Ensure all updated revenue information is complete and all relevant paperwork to support accurate and timely billing is delivered while partnering with billing staff. Work disputes/exceptions: Prioritize the prompt investigation and resolution of all revenue disputes and expense exceptions Claims initiation: Ensure that the proper documents are prepared and passed to the claims group. Ensure the customer understands the requirements of filing a claim and support the follow-through. 15% Customer Satisfaction & Exception Resolution Manage and monitor the customer/vendor expectations, requests and issues timely and effectively Negotiate with vendors, agent partners and network offices to settle discrepancies. Adhere to set goals to ensure the KPI's are met Qualifications Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience Minimum 2 years of industry/freight forwarding experience OR 3 years of related customer service experience Basic world geography Strong analytical skills: understanding of rev, expense margin, basic math (calculate weight, density, CWT, rates, etc), data-based problem solving Ability to identify potential problems and develop creative solutions without immediate direction or supervision Strong communication skills: both oral and written with proper business etiquette Strong organizational skills; the ability to function as part of a team while acting as a self-starter Ability to manage deadlines, multi-task and operate in a fast-paced environment Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) Teamwork and ability to work with different cultures Results-oriented Strong preference for secondary language skills At Sirva, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, we provide the following salary information for this position: Position Title: International Move Management Consultant Salary Range: $49,000-$67,000 USD Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Employer HSA Match, Life & Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, ID Theft Protection Plan and more. Benefits are based on employment status and may not be available for temporary or part-time employees Salary ranges may vary based on location, market conditions, and other factors such as experience and qualifications. The final compensation will be determined during the hiring process based on these considerations. For positions available outside the United States, salaries will take into account local currency and market conditions, which may differ from the USD salary range. If you have any questions about salary or benefits, we encourage you to ask during the hiring process. Sirva Worldwide, Inc. provides HR and mobility professionals with the resources, guidance, and support they need to achieve the best possible relocation for talent, and for the companies that move them. As a leading global relocation management and moving services company, we bring together personalized program solutions, expansive global reach, innovative technology, and an unmatched supply chain to transform businesses of any size and empower talent moving to their next opportunity. From corporate relocation and household goods to home sale and commercial moving and storage, our portfolio of brands (including Sirva, Allied, northAmerican, Global Van Lines, Alliance, and Sirva Mortgage) provide everything needed to move talent and deliver experience. Sirva is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Sirva also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Sirva's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The Federal EEO Law Poster may be found at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability of any part of the employment process, please send an email to Human Resources at HRSirva@Sirva.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.