Customs Trade Specialist

Five Below; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Below is seeking a qualified Import Compliance Specialist to review and ensure compliance for US imports, including tariff classifications, FTAs, and origin verification. You will participate in audits, maintain compliance manuals, and support policy development.

The role requires CCS certification and at least 5 years in customs brokerage or importer environments, with strong analytical and documentation skills. This is a full-time position based in Philadelphia with a fast-paced workflow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) with minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Knowledge of 19 CFR, Incoterms, HTS, and trade programs.

Responsibilities

• Review and determination of relevant import applicable requirements including but not limited to: Tariff classification, FTA validation (GSP, Korea, etc), valuation, country of origin, screening, etc.)
• Execution of periodic internal audits and post audits and identify and analyze any issues with non-compliance and delays with Customs clearance.
• Assist in the development, implementation, improvement and maintenance of trade compliance corporate policies and procedures and training thereof.
• Support compliance-related projects/assignments, as needed. (i.e. Compliance Manuals and work instructions, FTAs, duty drawback, Focused Assessments, binding ruling requests, PEA, CBP inquiries, etc.)
• Maintain US Import Compliance & CTPAT Manuals.
• Produce supporting documentation and related compliance metrics
• Database and Record maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CCS

Customs compliance

Import regulations

Attention to detail

Analytical

MS Office

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 27,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.

It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and determination of relevant import applicable requirements including but not limited to: Tariff classification, FTA validation (GSP, Korea, etc), valuation, country of origin, screening, etc.)
• Execution of periodic internal audits and post audits and identify and analyze any issues with non-compliance and delays with Customs clearance.
• Assist in the development, implementation, improvement and maintenance of trade compliance corporate policies and procedures and training thereof.
• Support compliance-related projects/assignments, as needed. (i.e. Compliance Manuals and work instructions, FTAs, duty drawback, Focused Assessments, binding ruling requests, PEA, CBP inquiries, etc.)
• Maintain US Import Compliance & CTPAT Manuals.
• Produce supporting documentation and related compliance metrics
• Database and Record maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred or equivalent experience and training directly related to the role RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) with
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in customs brokerage or importer environment.
• Code-Federal Regulation Ch 19
• Incoterms
• Preferential Trade Programs
• Harmonized Tariff Schedule
• Import Documentation
• Detail-oriented
• Analytical
• Oral & Written Communication
• Microsoft Office products (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Explore our benefits site to discover all the perks and support we offer! From health coverage to financial and personal wellness, we’ve got you covered—check it out today! benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcome

Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit a request and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. crewservices.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new