Account Representative - Customs Brokerage

Geodi; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

GEODIS in Philadelphia is seeking an Account Representative – Customs Brokerage to coordinate shipments and sustain service levels for clients. You will be the primary liaison for assigned shipments and ensure timely clearance of goods into the United States.

The role involves handling HTS classifications, communicating with internal teams and external providers, and ensuring regulatory compliance with FDA, EPA, FCC, and agency requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or minimum 3 years experience in customs brokerage or an equivalent combination.
• Knowledge of U.S. Government Agency requirements and U.S. Customs clearance.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic data entry with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the customer service liaison between the company and the customer.
• Process Custom and OGA entries for clearance of goods into the United States.
• Coordinate with U.S. forwarders, lines, and agents to schedule shipments.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or 3 years customs brokerage

Tools

Cargowise

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Account Representative - Customs Brokerage

Job Category: Customs

Requisition Number: ACCOU051852

• Posted : July 16, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Philadelphia, PA 19112, USA

Description

Account Representative – Customs Brokerage

The Account Representative - Customs Brokerage is responsible for coordinating and executing shipments to ensure adequate service levels of clients are met. This position supports the company's day to day functions and is the direct liaison for assigned shipments.

Who We Are:

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.

Your role on the team:

• Serves as the customer service liaison between the Company and the customer
• Processes Custom and OGA (other government agency) entries for clearance of goods into the United States
• Opens files, enters notes, information and document requests in Cargowise
• Classifies invoice based on HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule)
• Sends information/document requests to company's employees, suppliers, service providers and/or U.S. Government agencies as needed
• Communicates with specified offices, departments, and teams on all issues affecting customs brokerage
• Files document requests, correspondence and documents in an electronic file folder identified by the applicable shipping/reference number
• Ensures compliance with regard to U.S. Government regulatory agencies such as FDA, EPA, FCC, Fish & Wildlife, etc.
• Coordinates shipping details with U.S. Forwarders, Steamship Lines, Airlines, Agents, etc.
• Convert and verify shipment weight, volume and foreign currency
• Maintain communication with customers, carriers and vendors
• Coordinate pick-ups and invoice files
• Assist customers with questions, complaints, requests, tracking and tracing
• Handles accounting processes accurately and in a timely manner
• Coordination of shipments from airline, ocean piers and CFS (container freight station) to customer/consignee destination
• Review documentation or issue documents to meet government regulations and carrier regulations
• Must have knowledge of buying/selling rates to ensure profitability
• Ensure email and telephone calls are promptly and politely answered

What you need:

• Bachelor's degree from a 4 year college or university OR m inimum 3 years experience in customs brokerage OR an equivalent combination of both education and experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. Government Agency requirements
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs and OGA clearance of freight
• PC literate with experience with Microsoft Outlook, Work, Access and Excel
• Excellent written and oral communication skills that demonstrate a proven ability to develop relationships with a range of internal and external customers
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to multitask
• Mathematical skills essential to ensure accuracy in calculations

What you gain from joining our team:

• Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app
• Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through First Stop Health is available on the first day of employment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Free financial wellness programs
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• + more!

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