Customs Brokerage Specialist

FedEx Logistics; Elk Grove Village (IL); Hybrid; USD 3,494,971 - 4,891,857; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training Provided

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Job summary

FedEx Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented customs documentation coordinator to support entry of goods into the US. You will interact with importers, government agencies, carriers and brokers to ensure accurate classification, timely data entry, and compliant documentation.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills and offers paid training along with comprehensive benefits. The position is hybrid, with standard weekday hours, and emphasizes adherence to regulations,

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 12 months of brokerage or transportation experience preferred.
• MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, copier, scanner) required.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving skills and ability to handle time sensitive work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate documentation for US Customs/government agencies for entry of goods.
• Provide impeccable customer service and maintain high service levels.
• Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release from multiple sources.
• Data entry and processing of import-related documentation for submission to US Customs.
• Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation in compliance with record-keeping requirements.
• Adhere to all importing/exporting regulations and work with internal staff and government agencies.
• Process agency brokerage shipments and may handle remote filings.
• Perform entry reconciliations as needed and ensure adherence to policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Independence

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Office equipment

Job description

Responsible for coordination of the documentation required by US Customs/Government Agencies for entry of goods into the US on behalf of importers.

• Provide impeccable customer service
• May process commodities that have been identified and isolated as requiring specialized processing to reduce the risk of liquidated ages and penalties through classification and the applications of proper duty preference.
• Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release from database, SOP's, tariff book, internet or customs.
• Data entry and processing of various import related documentation for submission to US Customs and may handle all PGA's (participating Government Agencies)
• Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation in compliance with all record keeping requirements.
• Adhere to all international importing and exporting regulations.
• Work closely with other internal staff, departments, other fedex opcos, customers and government agencies to deliver high level of service to customers.
• Process agency brokerage shipments
• May handle remote filings
• Performs entry reconciliations as needed
• Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed.
• Follow up on Customs matters and resolve problems.
• Performs entry reviews as needed

KSA's

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 12 months of industry experience preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months work experience required.
• Data entry/keyboard experience required.
• CCS and/or Brokers license preferred.
• Required - MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner)
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Organizational Skills
• Inter-personal skills
• Problem solving Skills
• Handle high volume of work
• Handle time sensitive work
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to use multiple systems and reference material
• Interact with customers, carriers, brokers, government agencies, internal staff, management of all levels, internal departments
• Knowledge of customs regs, harmonized tariff schedules preferred.
• Performs other or additional duties as assigned
• Paid Training Provided

HS Diploma or GED required. 12 months of brokerage or transportation experience and/or customer service experience required. MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner) required.

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. Organizational Skills. Inter-personal skills. Problem solving Skills.

Handle high volume of work. Handle time sensitive work. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Detail oriented. Knowledge in HTS classification & familiar with the harmonized tariff system. Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations & other federal regulations and requirements with respect to specific area of expertise.Paid Training Provided.

Preferred Qualifications

US Customs clearance/entry processing experience. Cargowise experience.

Pay Transparency

This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role across all potential locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay would be determined by experience relative to the job, market level, pay at the location for this job and other job-related factors permitted by law. An employee may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential. The Company offers eligible employees health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

$25.37 - $35.51 USD Hourly

Additional Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Hybrid.

FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions. We’re glad you stopped by and hope your job search experience with FedEx Logistics, Inc. will be rewarding. We look forward to hearing from you!

FedEx Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

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