Importer Compliance & Onboarding Specialist

The Globe and Mail

Town of Champlain (NY)

Hybrid

USD 32,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Metro Customs Brokers, a subsidiary of Omnitrans Inc., is seeking an Importer Compliance Program Specialist to join our Admin Team in the US Customs Brokerage division. You will lead client vetting, POA governance, and bond program administration, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure CBP compliance and accurate onboarding.

A strong background in trade compliance and documentation is essential.

Qualifications

5+ years of relevant experience in U.S. customs brokerage, trade compliance, client onboarding, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of U.S. customs requirements, Importer of Record validation, Powers of Attorney, and continuous customs bonds.
Proven ability to assess risk, resolve discrepancies, manage compliance deadlines, and work independently.
Excellent analytical, organizational, documentation, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end vetting and onboarding of prospective U.S. brokerage clients, ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and consistent before account activation.
Validate client business information, Importer of Record identity, Right to Make Entry, and Power of Attorney signatory authority.
Investigate discrepancies and risk indicators, resolve documentation gaps and ensure compliance with applicable CBP requirements and company procedures.
Maintain complete and auditable onboarding records.