About the role
Job Description
Major Duties and Responsibilities
* Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow * Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system * Track and Trace Custom files and reporting * Ensure accurate and timely client billing * Understand all the elements of the import and export customs Desk Level Operating Procedure and correctly interpret this information to fulfill our customer�s instructions and expectations. * Transfer customs declaration information from documents, or other sources into the customs entry system to allow for the build of a valid customs declaration * Assist with verification of customs declaration information and the submission of such to the customs authority * Ensure compliance at all times to regulations
Qualifications
* 2+ years of brokerage experience * Good knowledge of customs brokerage process, customs legislation - especially with regards to classification, valuation and origin * Understanding of ocean, road and air documentation process * Effective interpersonal skills * Pro-active approach, strong organizational and computer skills * Goal and detail oriented * Great analytical and process improvement skills * Good computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word) * Fluent in English
Reporting Structure
* Customs Brokerage Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager
Additional Information
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