Customs Brokerage Agent

Company Description“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors FounderGlobal supply chain management is what we do, but 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.15,000 trained professionals250+ locations worldwideFortune 500Globally unified systemsJob DescriptionMajor Duties And ResponsibilitiesEnsure smooth and timely customs process flowEnsure accurate and timely data entry into our operational systemTrack and Trace Custom files and reportingEnsure accurate and timely client billingUnderstand 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 declarationAssist with verification of customs declaration information and the submission of such to the customs authorityEnsure compliance at all times to regulationsQualificationsGood knowledge of customs brokerage process, customs legislation – especially with regards to classification, valuation and originUnderstanding of ocean, road and air documentation processEffective interpersonal skillsPro-active approach, strong organizational and computer skillsGood computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)Fluent in EnglishReporting StructureCustoms Brokerage Lead Agent, Supervisor and ManagerAdditional InformationExpeditors offers excellent benefitsVacation Leave and Sick LeaveHealth Plan: Medical and DentalGroup Life Insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development ProgramAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.