Customs Administrator

Kawasaki Heavy Industries•Wixom, MI

36d

About The Position

The Import/Export Administrator supports international trade operations by preparing documentation, coordinating shipments, and ensuring compliance with customs and trade regulations. The role blends administrative support with logistics coordination, making it vital for smooth cross-border business. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Review and process import transactions and documentation (Invoices, bills of lading, customs declarations, permits) Ensure that all imports are compliant with applicable international and national regulations and laws Coordinate with various departments and individuals such as suppliers, shippers, and customs agents for smooth import procedures Maintain updated knowledge of changing import laws. Regulations, tariffs, duties, and trade agreements. Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and documents related to import activities Recommend strategies to reduce costs and improve procedures Manage the customs declaration process and ensure proper tariff classification Ensure correct value for duty is reported based on invoice details and terms of sale. Establish correct value for duty and tariff treatment by selecting the correct keyword/HS code. Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents, and customers to schedule and track deliveries. Monitor shipment status and resolve delays or issues during transit. Maintain effective relationships with clients, carriers, forwarders, Customs, etc. Perform other related duties as assigned by management. Adhere to established policies and procedures. Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to ensure prompt and safe delivery of goods.

Requirements

High school diploma or associate degree. Bachelor s degree is preferred in business, logistics, or international trade.
1-3 years in administrative, logistics, or import/export roles.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel software.
Experience working in SAP ERP system.
NO VISA SUPPORT AVAILABLE

Responsibilities

Review and process import transactions and documentation (Invoices, bills of lading, customs declarations, permits)
Ensure that all imports are compliant with applicable international and national regulations and laws
Coordinate with various departments and individuals such as suppliers, shippers, and customs agents for smooth import procedures
Maintain updated knowledge of changing import laws. Regulations, tariffs, duties, and trade agreements.
Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and documents related to import activities
Recommend strategies to reduce costs and improve procedures
Manage the customs declaration process and ensure proper tariff classification
Ensure correct value for duty is reported based on invoice details and terms of sale.
Establish correct value for duty and tariff treatment by selecting the correct keyword/HS code.
Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents, and customers to schedule and track deliveries.
Monitor shipment status and resolve delays or issues during transit.
Maintain effective relationships with clients, carriers, forwarders, Customs, etc.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Adhere to established policies and procedures.
Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to ensure prompt and safe delivery of goods.