Customs Specialist

About the role

As Customs Specialist you will provide outstanding customer service by completing all tasks and responsibilities related to customs entry transactions. Additionally perform any tasks which are assigned by the Manager or Supervisor that meets and supports the needs of the Customs Brokerage Department as per NBSC guidelines. You will also assist in preparation of all documents necessary to clear merchandise through U.S. Customs & Border Protection; PGA's (Participating Governmental Agencies i.e. FDA, EPA, DOT, FCC, Fish and Wildlife...)

How you create impact

• Process shipments within department guidelines according to NBSC Customer list/Controlling branch instructions
• Timely and accurate input of all data/information necessary to process and facilitate shipments through U.S. Customs and PSG's
• Classify goods according to the customers SOP's and/or instructions
• Check CargoWise "buckets" daily to ensure all steps in entry/brokerage processes are being followed
• Document review and assessment for accuracy, verification of critical data elements for entry processing
• Scanning and archiving of entry document images and communicate if any documentation discrepancies to supervisor and/or controlling branch
• Request or compile any necessary import documentation from client
• Accurate completion of all PSG data interfaces (i.e. FDA, EPA, DOT, FCC, Fish & Wildlife etc...) and communicate entry # and entry status to carrier

What we would like you to bring

• A high school diploma or GED certificate is preferred
• 2+ years' experience in Customs Clearance for Road and Railways transportation
• Working knowledge of Cargo Wise
• Knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities along with basic knowledge of U.S. Regulatory Laws
• Basic knowledge of INCO terms, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Customs regulations and other government agency requirements

Benefits

• Great compensation and medical/dental benefits package
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Excellent training programs
• Fun and interesting global work environment

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.