Import Customs Agent

ICAT Logistics; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm in Elkridge, MD, seeks a Customs Brokerage Specialist to handle daily customs operations, ensuring timely filings and compliance with international regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Transportation or Logistics and experience in international logistics. Salary is competitive, ranging from $45,000 to $60,000.

Qualifications

• 2+ years international operations freight forwarding experience.
• Experience in multimodal international logistics (Air/Ocean freight) preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in CHB entry-writing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute customs brokerage requests for ICAT stations.
• Classify goods according to the harmonized tariff system.
• Grow the client base through outreach.
• Maintain customs power of attorneys.
• Prepare documents for cancellation requests.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem analysis and solution recommendation

Relationship building

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Transportation, Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Description

To execute daily activities and ICAT functions for ICAT Customs Brokerage operations.

• Execution of Customs brokerage requests for ICAT stations handling import operations.
• Timely Customs filings to include ISF, consumption entry, FTZ entry and in-transit bonds
• Classify goods according to harmonized tariff system and government agency regulations
• Arrange for payment of duties and taxes
• Maintain and manage customs power of attorneys
• Arrange single entry and continuous bonds
• Prepare documents for cancellation requests or other refunds
• File post entry amendments, protests or binding ruling requests as needed
• Interact with customers and their key personnel as needed
• Develop ICAT Customs Brokerage business
• Outline best practices/standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Grow the client base through outreach to the ICAT enterprise
• Proactively solicit customer feedback and provide innovative solutions to customer service issues/barriers
• Other emergent duties and projects requested in support of ICAT’s fast paced environment
• Generate reports or other information regarding Customs business
• Work with Corporate Operations to monitor and renew corporate certifications, permits and registrations
• Assist with after-hours or weekend coverage
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Salary $45,000 - $60,000

We are not accepting inquiries from recruitment agencies or third-party vendors for this position. Unsolicited outreach will not be considered.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Transportation, Logistics or Supply Chain Management, or 2+ years international operations freight forwarding experience.
• Experience in multimodal international logistics (Air/Ocean freight)
• Customs broker’s license not required, but preferred
• Functional knowledge of international regulations and compliance procedures in air/ocean freight
• Minimum of 1 year in CHB entry-writing experience preferred
• Comfortable familiarity with the Harmonized Tariff System
• Understanding of customs power of attorney
• Able to deal with a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment
• Able to anticipate and analyze problems, document issues, and recommend solutions
• Able to build relationships with internal and external clients
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Personal Characteristics

• Strong work ethic with a persistence in pursuit of objectives
• Interest in continuing to foster personal growth and education
• Strong attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
• Understands and responds to situations that require a sense of urgency
• Consistent in follow-up and follow-through
• Credible with a high level of personal integrityLoyal and dedicated to the success of colleagues and team members
• Optimistic outlook toward all activities, able to transmit this optimism to others
• Will naturally adopt ICAT’s core values and seamlessly assimilate into ICAT’s culture