FTZ Import/ Export Coordinator

Costex Corporation; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Costex Corporation is seeking an Import / Export Coordinator for our Free Trade Zone (FTZ) operations in Miami. You will handle admissions, withdrawals, transfers, and manipulations while maintaining accurate records and strict FTZ compliance.

The role involves coordinating with customs, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to ensure timely, compliant cargo movements. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of FTZ experience, proficiency with AS400 or similar ERP systems, and strong analytical

Qualifications

• FTZ regulations and customs compliance knowledge.
• Proficiency with inventory management software (AS400/ERP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• FTZ-related certifications preferred.
• 1-3 years of direct FTZ/related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare FTZ admissions (e-214) and withdrawals for export/consumption and bonded warehouses.
• Coordinate zone-to-zone transfers, manipulations, and CBP form submissions.
• Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and quarterly FTZ shipment reports.
• Maintain accurate FTZ records and liaise with Customs, freight forwarders, and logistics providers.
• Ensure daily statements and final statements are properly submitted and reviewed for payment.
• Validate documentation against shipment receipts to identify shortages or overages.
• Stay updated on FTZ regulations and assist with internal audits.

Skills

FTZ regulations

Customs compliance

AS400/ERP software

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

FTZ certifications (preferred)

Tools

AS400

Job description

The Import / Export Coordinator for the Free Trade Zone (FTZ) is responsible for filing admissions, withdrawals, transfers and manipulations, while maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with FTZ regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit FTZ admissions (e-214).
• Prepare and submit withdrawals for exportation and IT (QP/WP CBP Forms 7512)
• Prepare and submit withdrawals for consumption
• Prepare and submit withdrawals for bonded warehouses and zone to zone transfers
• Prepare and submit manipulations, destructions, and temporary removals (CBPF 216)
• Prepare, update, and submit all weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for shipment tracking
• Maintain proper record keeping required for management of the FTZ
• Interact with Customs and Border Protection if necessary
• Routinely update and report to management concerning activities or issues related to the FTZ
• Coordinate all customs and shipment activities with freight forwarders, and logistics services providers
• Ensure all Daily Statements and Final Statements are properly submitted and reviewed for payment.
• Validate commercial documentation against shipment receipts to determine shortage or overage.
• Utilize company and third-party software to facilitate the clearance and movement of cargo.
• Keep updated with legislation changes impacting foreign trade zones
• Other duties as assigned – Depending on the status of ongoing projects and support needed on the different areas of Customs Compliance including but not limited to audits
• Provide operational support to clients, internal and external.

Qualifications

Knowledge of FTZ regulations and customs compliance.

Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., AS400 or other ERP systems).

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

FTZ-related certifications (preferred).

Education (Preferred Level)

Experience (the minimum level of direct experience in a similar position)

1-3 years

Job Type: Full-time

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute

• Miami, FL 33166 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Miami, FL 33166: Relocate before starting work (Required)