CHB Operations Associate - Multiple Locations Available

About the role

As a CHB Operations Associate, you play a critical role in ensuring our customers’ imports move smoothly, compliantly, and on time. You will manage end‑to‑end customs brokerage operations for a dedicated portfolio of accounts, partnering closely with customers, carriers, government agencies, and internal teams. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented environment and wants to build strong expertise in customs brokerage while contributing directly to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for customers, responding to questions and providing timely, accurate shipment updates
• Prepare and process U.S. Customs entries and Partner Government Agency (PGA) filings, ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Open and manage entry files in alignment with defined KPIs and service standards
• Coordinate shipment clearance with freight forwarders, steamship lines, airlines, and container freight stations (CFS) to ensure timely release
• Track and trace inbound shipments from port or airport through final delivery
• Ensure all required documentation and entry packages are accurately uploaded into operating systems
• Complete customer billing, delivery orders, and required operational reports
• Maintain and update customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed
• Collaborate closely with teammates and cross‑functional partners to support coverage, cross‑training, and peak‑volume needs

What Success Looks Like

You’ll be successful in this role if you consistently demonstrate:

• Timely and accurate processing of shipments within agreed KPIs
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong adherence to company policies and all CBP and PGA regulations
• Proactive communication and follow‑through with customers and internal partners
• Reliable submission of delivery orders and required documentation

Your Impact

In this role, you are accountable for helping drive:

• Customer experience & quality – delivering on service commitments and building trust
• Compliance & process maturity – ensuring regulatory adherence and operational consistency
• Operational efficiency & cost control – supporting productivity and standardized processes
• Technology adoption – contributing to continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives

Who You’ll Work With

Internal partners include:

• CHB Operations Managers and Leaders
• Senior CHB Operations Associates
• Regional CHB Leadership
• Program and Implementation Managers
• CHB Compliance and IT teams

External partners include:

• Assigned customs brokerage customers
• Government agencies (CBP, FDA, USDA, and others)
• CHB systems and technology vendors

Required / Preferred Qualifications

• 6–12 months of customs brokerage or related industry experience
• At least 2 years in a CHB or operational support environment preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Team‑focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent work experience)
• Customs House Broker License preferred but not required

Locations Available

• Atlanta, Georgia
• Charlotte, North Carolina
• New York, New York
• Florham Park, New Jersey
• Baltimore, Maryland
• Los Angeles, California

Salary

$56,000 – $60,000*

Benefits

Full time employees are eligible for Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401k Match