Customs Brokerage Agent

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Flexible Days

Sick Time

401(k) Employer Match

ESPP

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life and Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and Education

Job summary

Expeditors, a global logistics leader headquartered in Seattle, WA, is seeking a qualified Customs Clerk to support import/export operations. You will ensure smooth customs processes, timely data entry, and accurate billing while adhering to regulations and internal procedures.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and proactive organization to meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements. Join Expeditors and contribute to a world-class logistics network.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of customs brokerage processes and regulations.
• Familiarity with classification, valuation and origin rules.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Pro-active, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Solid computer literacy and data entry accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow.
• Enter data accurately into the operational system.
• Track and trace customs files and reporting.
• Ensure accurate client billing.
• Interpret and apply import/export Desk Level Operating Procedures.
• Transfer declaration information into the customs entry system.
• Assist with verification and submission of declarations to authorities.
• Ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.

Skills

Customs brokerage

Customs legislation

Interpersonal skills

Pro-active

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Job description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

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

We 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 customers'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

Additional Information

Expected Salary: $25-$28/hour

Eligible for bonus

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire)
• Holidays (10)
• Flexible Days (2)
• PaidSick Time(accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.