Import/Export Specialist I (Customs Brokerage)

CEVA Logistics AG; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking logistics company as an Import/Export Specialist I, where you will play a crucial role in customs brokerage operations. This dynamic position involves managing customs clearance activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing exceptional service to customers. You will lead a team dedicated to efficient shipment processing while fostering a culture of growth and innovation. If you are passionate about logistics and eager to contribute to a global leader in supply chain solutions, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

401(k)

Health Insurance

Discounts on Gym Memberships

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum four years related experience in customs brokerage or logistics.
• Supervisory experience preferred with strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate customs clearance activities ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Supervise daily operations of imported/exported shipments and team performance.

Skills

Customer Service

Regulatory Compliance

Report Writing

Team Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation, Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Job Specific Software Applications

Job description

Import/Export Specialist I (Customs Brokerage)

Location Portland, Oregon, United States of America

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination, encourages boldness and exemplarity, and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics as we become a global leader in the logistics industry. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE
Are you known for your ability to coordinate customs clearance activities? Are you passionate about supervising the daily operations of imported/exported shipments? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to manage a department focused on providing excellent customer service through timely and accurate shipment processing, while maintaining compliance with government regulations and company policies.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Develop and provide excellent service to internal and external customers at all times. Ensure independent service commitments of CEVA import clients are met and that compliant declarations are made to U.S. Customs and related regulatory groups. Serve as interface with Customs and other Federal Agencies to ensure compliance with all pertinent laws and regulations.
• Review and reconcile all management and financial reports for department. Review profitability and growth of department regularly with operations. Work with operations to establish business plan and goals for department.
• Oversee computation of duties, tariffs, price conversions, weight, and volume of merchandise exported/imported to and from foreign destinations. Supervise the preparation of U.S. Customs Documentation prepared on in-house systems of all assigned services staff; communicate with customs officials as appropriate to obtain release of incoming freight and resolve delays.
• Oversee pre-alerts daily to determine whether freight is arriving as expected, and documents are received within the time standards specified.
• Coordinate timely clearance and delivery of cargo based on company and customer service commitment standards; communicate with customers to ensure proper handling of goods, and keep customers advised of changes in regulations, tariff and bonding requirements.
• Examine documents to ensure compliance with federal and foreign regulations governing the shipment, receipt and documentation of products.
• Establish, monitor, and revise policies, procedures and service standards for customs clearance operations, and write procedures for the handling of each account.
• Oversee and monitor team performance – verify accuracy of tasks, provide training and conduct annual performance reviews, providing feedback for improvement.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation, Logistics or Supply Chain Management or an equivalent combination of work experience and completion of the LDP Program preferred; Minimum four years related experience; Supervisory experience preferred.
• Credentials: Professional certification may be required in some areas; Knowledgeable in Export Administration, Department of Commerce, and Consularization regulations, Uniform Custom Practice 500 (UCP 500), and recordkeeping; Knowledge of NATA, Free Trade Agreements, CTPAT, additional tariff requirements, OGA’s, ACH, and all other related trade legislation, rules, and regulations.
• Skills: Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications.
• Characteristics: Ability to apply and assist with communicating laws, rules, and regulations in areas of assignment; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and gather and analyze documents skillfully. Capable of monitoring overall processes, information and operations.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: [e-mail]. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.