Release Import Analyst

Livingston International; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingston is seeking a Release Operations Support specialist to back the customs release pool, ensuring entries are processed on time and within service standards to maximize client satisfaction.

As part of the Release Classification Analysts and Import Specialists team, you will verify documentation, coordinate with clients, provide technical guidance, train colleagues, and participate in audits and performance reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Client service oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and data entry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to make decisions within authorized limits.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask under pressure.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist RCA's and IS's to ensure entries processed on time within service standards.
• Proactively verify documentation and accuracy of information.
• Contact Client Import Analyst for missing documents or instructions.
• Provide technical expertise to team members.
• Assist teammates with on‑the‑job training.
• Conduct internal audits of tariff and valuation for accuracy.
• Assist Manager in reporting performance statistics for Client Service Team.
• Participate in day-to-day operations, set priorities, and coordinate with others.
• Coordinate and implement electronic data relationships to gain efficiencies.
• Keep abreast of new systems developments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures.

Skills

Client service

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School/GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data Entry

Job description

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Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is amarket leaderoffering customs brokerage, international trade consulting,complianceand freight forwardingservices aroundthe world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings,sea ports,airports andother strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia.

Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston.

JOB SUMMARY

This position acts as the primary support for the customs release pool to ensure quality and productivity standards are met. As a member of the release operations team, this position assists Release Classification Analysts (RCA) and Import Specialists (IS) in ensuring that all customs entries are processed on time and within LII service standards to ensure clients' complete satisfaction.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists RCA's and IS's to ensure all entries are processed on time and within LII service standards to ensure clients; complete satisfaction. Assists team members in managing their work load to meet commitments.
• Proactively verifies documentation and or accuracy of information on documents or parts database.
• May be required to contact the Client Import Analyst directly for missing documentation, information and/or instructions.
• Provide technical expertise to team members.
• Assists team members with on-the-job training.
• Conduct periodic checks to ensure accurate application of tariff and valuation along with proper selection of client/importer information.
• Responsible to conduct documented internal audit.
• Assists Manager in compiling and reporting performance measurement statistics for the Client Service Team.
• Participate fully with other team members in the day-to-day operations of the team, including setting priorities, organizing and scheduling work, coordinating with others, problem-solving and decision-making, participating in meetings and handling special projects.
• Proactively coordinate and implement electronic data relationships to gain efficiencies and improve one-step processing.
• Must keep abreast of new systems developments
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management
• Adhere to established policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Client Service Oriented – interpersonal skills with internal/external clients and coworkers
• Demonstrated knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office (word & excel) and data entry skills
• Good analytical skills with problem-solving ability
• Ability to make decisions and recommendations within authorized limitations
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment while handling large volumes of work and meeting tight deadlines
  

WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED

3 years of related experience

EDUCATION

Required: High School/GED or equivalent

COMPETENCIES

Business Acumen and Straight Talk

Leading and Developing

Customer First Focus

Accountability

Agility

Inclusion and Collaboration

At Livingston, we are committed to fostering a flexible, growth-oriented environment where you can thrive. Our culture is built on respect, recognition, and collaboration, and we empower our team with trusted expertise, continuous learning opportunities, and long-term support. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a transparent pay philosophy aligned with market data and job-related factors.

Base salary is one component of our total rewards package which also includes incentive opportunities, benefits, and professional development. Salary ranges are established by location and reflect relevant factors such as skills, experience, and market conditions. The good-faith salary range for this position is18.83-29.09 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on these factors and may vary accordingly.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Livingston

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Inclusiveness makes us stronger and better at what we do. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, genderidentity, or national origin.

Livingston is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.

Job Type:Full Time

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