Quality & Compliance Specialist

FedEx; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented professional to perform quality and compliance reviews of customs entries and related documentation to ensure adherence to customer requirements, government regulations, and company policies.

You will support customs clearance by identifying discrepancies, maintaining compliance records, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to promote accurate processing. This role is hybrid with Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:00pm in Memphis, TN.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Review customs entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Verify correct tariff classifications using approved sources.
• Ensure required documentation is available before release for processing by Operations.
• Audit shipments for accuracy and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Collect and maintain customs compliance documentation from customers.
• Protect confidential information with high discretion.
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers and provide training as needed.
• Contact customers to obtain missing or incomplete documentation.
• Correct entries to ensure CBP and other agency compliance and bond protection.
• Investigate and resolve ABI errors and Census warnings.
• Assign appropriate tariff codes and apply missing classifications.
• Ensure OGA requirements are met per regulations and policies.
• Create coaching referrals and provide feedback to staff.
• Support additional workgroups including entry processing and cage operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for performing quality and compliance reviews of customs entries and related documentation to ensure adherence to customer requirements, government regulations, and company policies. Supports customs clearance activities by identifying and correcting entry discrepancies, maintaining compliance records, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to promote accurate and compliant processing.

• Review customs entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Obtain and verify the correct classification of goods for customs clearance using databases, SOPs, tariff resources, government websites, and other approved sources.
• Review shipments prior to release to ensure all required documentation is available for processing by Operations.
• Audit shipments processed through automated systems for accuracy and identify opportunities for process improvements, AI enhancements, and customer invoice updates.
• Solicit, collect, and maintain customs compliance documentation from customers.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, departments, and customers to deliver a high level of service and provide training as needed.
• Contact customers regarding missing or incomplete documentation to ensure compliant customs entry filing.
• Review customs entries and make corrections when required to ensure compliance with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, other government agency requirements, customer requirements, and protection of the company's customs bond.
• Investigate and resolve ABI errors and Census warnings to secure acceptance by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
• Verify that the appropriate tariff code is assigned to each shipment line and apply missing tariff classifications when necessary.
• Ensure all shipments subject to Other Government Agency (OGA) requirements are processed in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
• Create coaching referrals and provide feedback to employees when entry errors are identified to support education, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Support additional workgroups and functions, including but not limited to entry processing and cage operations.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Education

HS Diploma or GED required.

Minimum Experience

Three (3) years of business or customer service experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (Hybrid) Must live within 50 from location.

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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