Customs Trade Coordinator - S3

FedEx Corporation; Town of Tonawanda (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training Provided

Job summary

FedEx Logistics in New York is seeking an entry-level Import Coordinator to coordinate US Customs documentation and provide high-level customer service. You will classify goods, process import paperwork, and ensure compliance with all regulations.

The role requires 6 months of work experience, a High School diploma or GED, and strong MS Office/Outlook skills with excellent verbal and written communication. Remote/hybrid work is possible with some in-office days.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; no industry experience required; minimum 6 months work experience preferred.
• Data entry/keyboard experience required.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Interact with customers, carriers, brokers, government agencies, internal staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate documentation for US Customs/Government agencies for entry of goods.
• Provide impeccable customer service.
• Data entry and processing of import documentation for submission to US Customs.
• Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation.
• Adhere to international importing/exporting regulations.
• Work with internal staff, FedEx operations, and customers to deliver high level of service.
• Process agency brokerage shipments.
• May handle remote filings.
• Handle time sensitive work.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Communication skills

Independence

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

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.

Data entry/keyboard experience required. Working knowledge of MS Office and email applications such as Outlook using multiple screens and windows.

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:

Technical proficiency with MS Office and office equipment, plus strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities. Maintain an orderly workflow and providing a positive, professional presence in the office.

This role is variable remote, with some work from home opportunity and some in the office work, dependent on company policy. New hires will spend 2 days a week in office after the virtual training, for up to 3 months.

Pay Transparency:

Pay: $21.70- $22.42

Additional Details:

Shift: Monday-Thursday: 9pm-5:30am, Friday: 5:30pm-2:00am. Mandatory overtime may be required during periods of high volume. In addition, working on company-recognized holidays may be necessary.

The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire. In New Jersey, any compensable Security and Walk time will be paid to non-exempt/hourly employees at the state minimum wage.

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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