Customs Brokerage Manager

Jobot; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life & AD&D

401k with match

PTO & Floating days

Job summary

Jobot in Tacoma, WA seeks 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 a Customs Broker License and 5+ years of brokerage leadership, with preference for Cargowise experience and a strong operations mindset.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5 entry writers.
• Manage daily customs brokerage operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Train and mentor new hires.
• Oversee entry preparation, classification, valuation, and duty assessment.

Skills

Leadership

Customs Brokerage

Team Management

Training

Cargowise

Job description

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Job details: Hybrid

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sam Fairhurst

Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is an 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 5 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

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