Customs Trade Specialist

About the role

Responsible for coordination of the documentation required by US Customs/Government Agencies for entry of goods into the US on behalf of importers. Provide impeccable customer service.

Responsibilities

• May process commodities that have been identified and isolated as requiring specialized processing to reduce the risk of liquidated damages and penalties through classification and the applications of proper duty preference.
• Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release from database, SOP’s, tariff book, internet or customs.
• Data entry and processing of various import related documentation for submission to US Customs and may handle all PGA’s (participating Government Agencies).
• Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation in compliance with all record keeping requirements.
• Adhere to all international importing and exporting regulations.
• Work closely with other internal staff, departments, other FedEx opcos, customers and government agencies to deliver high level of service to customers.
• Process agency brokerage shipments.
• May handle remote filings.
• Performs entry reconciliations as needed.
• Ensures all government and organizational policies are followed.
• Follows up on Customs matters and resolves problems.
• Performs entry reviews as needed.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 12 months of industry experience preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months work experience required.
• Data entry/keyboard experience required.
• CCS and/or Broker’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications: Remote in Memphis, Miami, and Indianapolis only.
• Paid Training Provided.

Benefits

Includes comprehensive benefits such as health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement. Pay: Starting at $21.14 per hour. Additional Details: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30 EST. For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.

FedEx Logistics provides freight forwarding, as well as import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions.