Customs Trade Specialist

Import Compliance Specialist

Responsible for coordination of the documentation required by US Customs/Government Agencies for entry of complex and high risk shipments. These have been identified as complex and high risk due to regulatory requirements and tariff combinations.

Provide impeccable customer service

Engages with customers regarding commodities that have been identified and isolated as requiring specialized processing to reduce the risk of liquidated ages and penalties through classification and the applications of proper duty preference.

Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release from database, SOP's, tariff book, internet or customs.

Data entry and processing of various import related documentation for submission to US Customs and all PGA's (participating Government Agencies).

Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation in compliance with all record keeping requirements.

Adhere to all international importing and exporting regulations.

Work closely with other internal staff, departments, other FedEx OpCo's, customers and government agencies to deliver high level of service to customers.

Process agency brokerage shipments.

Handles remote filings

Performs entry reconciliations as needed

Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed.

Follow up on Customs matters and resolve problems.

Performs entry reviews as needed

Performs other duties as assigned.

Paid training provided.

Associates degree or equivalent preferred.

One (1) year brokerage experience required.

One (1) year experience with customer contact required.

Data entry/keyboard experience required.

CCS and/or Brokers license preferred.

Required - MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner).

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.

Organizational and inter-personal skills.

Problem solving Skills.

Handle high volume of work.

Handle time sensitive work.

Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Ability to use multiple systems and reference material.

Interact with customers, carriers, brokers, government agencies, internal staff, management of all levels, internal departments.

Knowledge of customs regulations, harmonized tariff schedules required.

Pay: 16.50 - 25.25 USD Hourly

FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions.

FedEx Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.