Sr. Customs Brokerage Analyst

Crane Worldwide Logistics LLC; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Incentive Plan

Paid Time Off (PT0)

Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Wellness incentives

Volunteer time

Job summary

Crane Worldwide Logistics LLC seeks a seasoned customs broker/regulatory specialist to classify goods under HTS, determine ADD/CVD applicability, and prepare CBP rulings for clients in a fast-paced environment.

You will also assess preferential duty eligibility, analyze data, and advise on origin, marking and valuation to ensure compliance and smooth imports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in customs brokerage or regulatory compliance fields.
• Licensed customs broker as required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Utilize HTS resources and guidance to render tariff classifications for clients.
• Determine ADD/CVD applicability and PGA entry reporting requirements.
• Draft and submit binding CBP rulings and scope requests to USITC as needed.
• Assess eligibility for preferential duty benefits under FTAs and trade programs.
• Analyze ITRAC data and support duty drawback applications.
• Advise clients on origin, marking, valuation and regulatory compliance.

Skills

HTS classification

Customs brokerage

Regulatory compliance

Client communication

MS Word

Excel

MS Access

SQL

Time management

Documentation drafting

Education

High School or better

US Licensed Customs Broker

Tools

MS Excel PivotTable

MS Excel

Job description

• Utilize all available resources, including the Section and Chapter Notes of the HTS, General Rules of Interpretation, previous rulings issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Explanatory Notes, Informed Compliance Publications (ICPs), and client-furnished technical information including specifications, pictures, diagrams, renderings, examples, etc. to render tariff classifications under the HTS for Crane’s clients.
• Determine whether the goods are subject to anti-dumping or countervailing duties (ADD/CVD) or entry reporting requirements under the jurisdiction of Participating Government Agencies (PGA).
• Compose and submit binding ruling requests to CBP and possibly, scope ruling requests to U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) on ADD/CVD matters. Ruling requests for CBP include both non-advocacy or advocacy rulings, and cover issues such as tariff classification, value, origin, marking, etc.
• Determine whether clients’ imported goods are eligible and qualify for preferential duty benefits under free trade agreements and special trade programs, such as tariff change rules or regional value content.
• Perform analysis of ITRAC data for clients and present findings.
• Assist in the creation of import and export inventory pools for duty drawback entries, in addition to the preparation and submission of applications, waivers, entries and rulings.
• Consult clients either transitionally or as part of projects on a variety of import and international trade matters, for example: country of origin marking, foreign import requirements, valuation, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to perform research and make determinations in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment.
• Sense of urgency and attention to detail are critical.
• Perform data entry and draft opinion papers.
• Maintain an organized work environment.
• Effectively communicating import requirements to clients.
• Clock hours in time management software for consulting engagements.
• Achieve a monthly utilization rate of 80%.
• Provide support to consulting team members.
• Keep informed of latest news and developments impacting trade and regulatory compliance.
• Experienced in using MS Word, Excel, MS Access, MS Excel Pivot Table, or SQL
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong proficiency in classifying goods under the HTS.
• HTS classification strength with the oil and gas industry desirable.
• Understanding of Title 19 Code of Federal Regulations.
• Capable of typing 50 to 80 words per minute.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Possess strong client service skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in customs brokerage or regulatory compliance fields

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• Licensed customs broker

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

US Licensed CustomsBroker

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