Customs Brokerage Manager

Jobot; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Life and AD&D coverage

401k / Retirement plan with company

PTO & Floating Days

Job summary

Jobot in Newark, NJ, is seeking a Licensed Customs Brokerage Manager to oversee daily brokerage operations and lead a high-performing team. You will ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and collaborate with compliance, operations, and customer-facing teams to deliver exceptional service.

The role requires 5+ years of U.S. Customs Brokerage experience and a valid Customs Broker License, with leadership experience and proficiency in Cargowise.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of U.S. Customs Brokerage experience.
• Customs Broker License is required.
• Leadership or management experience preferred.
• Experience with Cargowise is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 3 entry writers and oversee daily brokerage operations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.
• Train and mentor new hires to maintain high performance.
• Oversee entry preparation, classification, valuation, and duty assessment.

Skills

Team leadership

Customs brokerage

Cargowise

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Job details:

Hybrid

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sam Fairhurst

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a leading NVOCC and global freight forwarder providing customs brokerage, ocean freight, air freight, trucking, rail, warehousing, distribution, cargo insurance, and end-to-end supply chain solutions.

Why join us?

Our client offers a collaborative, team-oriented culture within a stable and growing organization. Employees enjoy a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and regular team events that foster engagement, connection, and a strong sense of community.

• Full Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Life and AD&D Coverage
• 401k / Retirement plan with company match
• PTO & Floating Days

Job Details

Our Client is seeking a Licensed Customs Brokerage Manager to oversee daily brokerage operations, ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, and lead a high-performing team. This role partners closely with compliance, operations, and customer-facing teams to deliver exceptional service and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 3 entry writers.
• Manage daily customs brokerage operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Train and mentor new hires
• Oversee entry preparation, classification, valuation, and duty assessment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of U.S. Customs Brokerage experience.
• Customs Broker License required.
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Experience with Cargowise is preferred

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.