Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
- Track and Trace Custom files and reporting
- Ensure accurate and timely client billing
- Understand all the elements of the import and export customs Desk Level Operating Procedure and correctly interpret this information to fulfill our customer's instructions and expectations.
- Transfer customs declaration information from documents, or other sources into the customs entry system to allow for the build of a valid customs declaration
- Assist with verification of customs declaration information and the submission of such to the customs authority
- Ensure compliance at all times to regulations
Experience & Expectations
- Ability to work with deadlines and timed requirements.
- Multi-file handling, amazing with details, and sense of prioritization.
- Positive attitude and “Can do!” work ethic.
- Pro-active approach, strong organizational
- Take ownership of assigned work.
- Be a team player, help continue a positive work environment.
Qualifications:
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Pro-active approach, strong organizational and computer skills
- Good computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)
- Fluent in English- reading and writing.
Not Required but nice to have:
- Good knowledge of customs brokerage process, customs legislation - especially with regards to classification, valuation and origin
- Understanding of ocean, road and air documentation process
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days annually)
- Annual Paid Holidays (10)
- Flexible Days (2 offered each Jan 1st)
- Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid, unused rolls over)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- 2 types of Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Optional Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Position is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday
- Business professional dress code
