Account Representative - Customs Brokerage

GEODIS; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401k match

Parental leave

Career development

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Daycare discount

Job summary

GEODIS in Philadelphia seeks an Account Representative – Customs Brokerage to coordinate shipments and serve as the primary liaison for clients. You will process Custom and OGA entries, maintain files in Cargowise, classify invoices for HTS, and coordinate with forwarders, carriers and U.S.

government agencies to ensure compliant, timely clearance. Excellent written and verbal communication, multitasking, and problem solving are essential as you support customers, respond to inquiries, and help

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years in customs brokerage or equivalent combination.
• Knowledge of U.S. Government Agency requirements.
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs and OGA clearance of freight.
• Proficient with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Access; strong written/oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the customer service liaison between GEODIS and the customer.
• Process Custom and OGA entries for clearance of goods into the United States.
• Open files, enter notes, and manage documentation in Cargowise.
• Coordinate with U.S. forwarders, carriers, and agencies to ensure compliant shipments.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

3 years customs brokerage experience

Tools

Cargowise

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Access

Job 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 minimum 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
• 401k match
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• Employee discounts
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Free financial wellness programs
• Daycare discount program
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• + more!