Customs Brokerage Agent

Job Description

Company Description

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 is to 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!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

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

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