West Tech Shipping seeks Junior Customs Broker

About SVG; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

About SVG is seeking a Junior Customs Broker to join our mission-driven team in West Covina, California. This full-time role involves preparing customs documentation, advising on import/export restrictions, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

The ideal candidate has strong time management and organizational skills, with a minimum of one year of relevant experience and certification in Customs Laws & Procedures. Join us for a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience in a similar role is required.
• Must be certified in Customs Laws & Procedures.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare customs documentation and ensure compliance with laws.
• Clear goods through customs within 24 hours.
• Quote duty and tax rates for imported goods.

Skills

Customs Laws & Procedures

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

ASYCUDA Certification

Job description

West Tech Shipping seeks Junior Customs Broker

Junior Customs BrokerWe're looking for a Junior Customs Broker to join our mission driven team.Full-time · St. Vincent and the GrenadinesABOUT THE JOBThe Junior Customs Broker is responsible for preparing customs documentation, and ensuring that shipments meet all applicable laws, to facilitate the import and export of goods. You are to determine and track duties and taxes payable, and process payments on behalf of customers, as well as sign documents under a power of attorney.It is also critical that you advise customers on import and export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements, quotas, or other customs-related matters, in addition to legal and/or regulatory compliance matters.Interface with the Customs & Excise Department as it relates to shipping operations.Prepare all entries for incoming cargo in a 24hr period.Clear goods through customs within a 24hr period.Prepare and process import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws or procedures.Calculate duty and tariff payments owed on shipments.Stay abreast of changes in import or export laws and/or regulations.Request or compile necessary import documentation, such as customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo control documents.Post bonds for the products being imported or assist clients in obtaining bonds.Quote duty and tax rates on goods to be imported, based on federal tariffs and excise taxes.Maintain relationships with customs brokers in other ports to expedite clearing of cargo.Effectively liaise with the in-house Customs Officer to ensure the smooth processing of packages out of the bond.Ensure a high level of customer service is provided to all internal and external customers.Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.Leadership experience required.ABOUT YOUASYCUDA, Customs Laws & Procedures and Customs Classification certified.At least one (1) year experience in a similar role required.Strong time management skills.Excellent organizational skills.Good interpersonal skills with the ability to remain professional and courteous in challenging situations.Self motivated with the ability to remain focused and productive.Honesty and integrity critical to the role.