Customs Trade Specialist

FedEx Logistics; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

FedEx Logistics in Springfield, MO is seeking an entry services specialist to handle CBP/OGA compliant entry processing and cage functions, ensuring timely release of shipments with high accuracy.

The role supports FedEx Express and FTN, conducts audits, communicates with shippers and agencies, and maintains regulatory records in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and 3 years of business experience.
• Prefer 2 years of related import/export or regulatory experience.
• Knowledge of CBP and OGA regulations and tariff schedules.
• Strong communication and time-management skills; accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using computer systems and Windows environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary link between FedEx express and FTN for account/shipment issues.
• Perform audits including complex checks and regulatory verifications.
• Prepare and submit documentation to resolve regulatory issues with CBP/OGA.
• Process entry and cage functions to release shipments timely.

Skills

CBP regulations

OGA regulations

Audit experience

Data entry

Communication skills

Windows proficiency

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

MS Suite

Job description

This position is responsible for any of the various tasks listed as assigned. Provides FedEx express and their customers the required entry services and promotes exceptional customer service by securing relationships with express and their customers. Facilitates all necessary entry processing and cage functions to secure release of shipments in a timely and accurate manner according to cbp and oga regulations and time frames.
Serves as the primary link between FedEx express and FTN for account/ shipment specific issues. Completes various audit activities, including complex ewsr's, high duty, abi warnings, abi errors, census rejects, high-entered value, duty verification and any other tasks that fall under the FTN t/b audit functions, FDA audits, abi errors and abi warnings. Records and tracks complex audit issues to initiate corrective action. This includes working with FedEx Trade Networks FDA, tech services and quality assurance groups. Sorts and assigns departmental incoming work and monitor daily workflow to ensure regulatory timeframes are met. Failure to meet these timeframes could cost the company and our customer dollars in potential liquidated damages and additional duty. Refer potential major problems to the manager. Corresponds in writing or by telephone with shippers, clients, and customs or other governmental agencies at all levels regarding required documentation to resolve issues that could result in millions of dollars in liquidated damages or additional duty if left unresolved. Researches and writes claims and protests to customs and border protection (CBP) on behalf of FTN, FedEx, and their customers to resolve issues related to the payment of duties, taxes and valuation. Obtain refunds or tender duties and process in FTN online billing application in conformance with FedEx billing procedures. Gathers information from FedEx/FTN systems for distribution and report building. Produces operational and trend reports for management distribution.
High school diploma/GED. Three (3) years of business experience required, including two (2) years of related experience preferred. Knowledge of cbp and oga regulations and tariff schedules, general import procedures and systems preferred. Ability to work in a time sensitive environment with a high level of accuracy and productivity. Excellent computer skills with the ability to work in a windows environment. Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
HS Diploma or GED required. Minimum of 12 months of industry experience preferred. Minimum of 6 months work experience required.
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.
Knowledge of customs regs, harmonized tariff schedules preferred.
Preferred Qualifications: *Must reside within 50 miles of 2808 S Ingram Mills. **MS Suite, multiple screens, website research, and experience in a production driven environment where you met, hourly, daily or weekly quotas. Self-motivated with excellent time management skills. Schedule Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm CST *HYBRID*
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Pay: $21.14 per hour is the starting salary. HYBRID POSITION
Additional Details: HYBRID -"Job will require onsite training or work until productivity and accuracy standards are met. Thereafter, work from home options will become available" ** Candidates must reside within 50 miles of 2808 S Ingram Mill Rd Springfield, MO
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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