Customs Brokerage Agent- Logistics-Cargo Customs

About the role

In supply chain management, all cargo must clear US customs, whether coming into or leaving the U.S. Our team plays a pivotal role with customers, documentation, and timing requirements. Expeditors is willing to teach, train, and help the right candidate grow within the department as well as provide opportunities to advance within the organization. We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers. Become a member of a global community in the international logistics industry, an integral piece of the global trade puzzle.

Expeditors is a Fortune 500 global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. We employ over 19,000 trained professionals across a worldwide network of over 350 locations on six continents. Our mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts. More than 50 percent of our employees have been with Expeditors for five years or more, reflecting our high retention rate and unique compensation program.

This is an on-site role, not remote or work-from-home.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
• Track and trace customs files and reporting
• Ensure accurate and timely client billing
• Understand all elements of the import and export customs Desk Level Operating Procedure and correctly interpret this information to fulfill customer instructions and expectations
• Transfer customs declaration information from documents or other sources into the customs entry system to build a valid customs declaration
• Assist with verification of customs declaration information and submission to the customs authority
• Ensure compliance at all times with regulations

Requirements

• Ability to work with deadlines and timed requirements
• Multi-file handling, strong attention to detail, and sense of prioritization
• Positive attitude and “Can do!” work ethic
• Proactive approach and strong organizational skills
• Take ownership of assigned work
• Be a team player and help maintain a positive work environment

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and computer skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word
• Fluent in English (reading and writing)
• Good knowledge of customs brokerage process, customs legislation (especially classification, valuation, and origin) is a plus
• Understanding of ocean, road, and air documentation processes is beneficial

Benefits

• Paid vacation (first year prorated, then 15 days annually)
• 10 paid holidays annually
• 2 flexible days offered each January 1st
• Paid sick time (accrual rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked; unused time rolls over)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Two types of medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave (additional eligibility criteria apply)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and personnel development program

Schedule

Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday. Business professional dress code.