Customs Broker Manager

Gilder Search Group; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan with 100% company match

Generous PTO

Annual discretionary bonus

Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Customs Broker Manager in Secaucus, NJ. The candidate will lead brokerage operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs regulations. Responsibilities include managing the customs department and supervising filings and shipment data. Ideal candidates must have a U.S. Customs Broker License and at least 5 years of customs clearance experience. The position offers a competitive salary of $120,000 – $130,000 per year, along with comprehensive health benefits and a generous PTO policy.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Customs Broker License is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in customs clearance operations.
• Strong leadership and cross-department coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Primary Permit Holder for the Brokerage.
• Lead and manage the customs brokerage department.
• Supervise and ensure accurate processing of ISF filings and customs entries.
• Coordinate shipment releases and arrange required transportation.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Regulatory knowledge

Hands-on operational expertise

Communication skills

Cross-departmental coordination

Education

Valid U.S. Customs Broker License

Minimum 5 years of experience

Prior managerial or supervisory experience

Tools

CargoWise software

Job description

Job Title: Customs Broker Manager

Location: Secaucus, NJ (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $120,000 – $130,000 per year

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Customs Broker Manager to lead and oversee daily brokerage operations. This individual will serve as the Primary Permit Holder for the Brokerage, ensuring full regulatory compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements and maintaining operational integrity across all customs activities.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capabilities, deep regulatory knowledge, and hands‑on operational expertise in customs clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Primary Permit Holder for the Brokerage, maintaining compliance with all CBP regulations
• Lead and manage the customs brokerage department
• Supervise and ensure accurate and timely processing of ISF filings and customs entries
• Ensure all shipment data (release, billing, classification, valuation) is accurate and compliant
• Coordinate shipment releases and arrange required transportation or warehousing
• Handle customs entries for vehicles and personal goods imported via air and ocean
• Complete daily reports on release and classification activities
• Maintain shipment data within internal systems
• Utilize CargoWise for operational and financial functions
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to mitigate risk, improve processes, and ensure service excellence

Experience & Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Customs Broker License (required)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in customs clearance operations
• Prior managerial or supervisory experience
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. customs laws, regulations, and industry practices
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross‑departmental coordination skills
• Proficiency in CargoWise software preferred

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 6%
• Generous PTO and annual discretionary bonus
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage
• FSA accounts, commuter benefits, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)