Customs Brokerage Agent

Expeditors; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Customs Brokerage Agent in Town of Florida, NY. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of brokerage experience and strong knowledge of customs processes. Responsibilities include ensuring timely customs process flow and accurate client billing. Proficiency in MS Excel and fluency in English are required. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focusing on compliance and accuracy in customs operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of brokerage experience required.
• Understanding of ocean, road, and air documentation processes.
• Pro-active approach and attention to detail necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow.
• Track and trace custom files and reporting.
• Assist with verification of customs declaration information.

Skills

Good knowledge of customs brokerage process

Effective interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical and process improvement skills

Fluent in English

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

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 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 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

• 2+ years of brokerage experience
• 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
• Goal and detail oriented
• Great analytical and process improvement skills
• Good computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)
• Fluent in English

Reporting Structure

• Customs Brokerage Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager