Customs Trade Coordinator

FedEx Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

5 weeks onsite training

Job summary

FedEx Logistics in Indianapolis is seeking an entry-level Import Coordinator to handle documentation for US customs, classify goods, and process related data entry with accuracy and speed.

You will work to deliver impeccable customer service while ensuring compliance with all rules and using multiple systems to support shipments and government filings. Onsite training is provided, with potential for future remote options.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required. No industry experience required. Minimum of 6 months work experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience using computer systems in a professional environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate documentation required by US Customs for entry of goods.
• Provide impeccable customer service.
• Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release from various sources.
• Data entry and processing of import documentation for submission to US Customs.
• Maintain shipment documentation in compliance with record keeping requirements.
• Adhere to international importing/exporting regulations.
• Work with internal staff, carriers, brokers, and government agencies to ensure service.
• Process agency brokerage shipments; may handle remote filings.
• Follow all policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Suite

Multiple applications

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

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 operations, and customers to deliver high level of service to customers.

Process agency brokerage shipments

May handle remote filings

Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed.

Performs other duties as assigned. Paid Training Provided.

HS Diploma or GED required. No industry experience required. Minimum of 6 months work experience preferred.

A minimum of one (1) year of experience using computer systems in a professional, educational, or comparable environment with the ability to perform routine tasks such as data entry, document creation, navigation of standard software applications, and operation of basic office equipment.

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.

Preferred Qualifications: This position requires excellent time management, ability to pay close attention to details and follow written and spoken instruction. Experience working in high production time sensitive environments. Working with Government documents a plus. Requires Intermediate or above computer skills using MS Suite, multiple applications. Onsite work for 5 weeks, or until productivity and accuracy standards are met. Thereafter, work from home options may become available based upon company needs.

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: $18.87 - $19.50

Additional Details: Shift: 8am to 4:30pm Monday - Friday.. Mandatory overtime may be required during periods of high volume. In addition, working on company-recognized holidays may be necessary. 5 weeks onsite training.

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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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