Customs Trade Specialist - S2
About The Position
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. May process commodities that have been identified and isolated as requiring specialized processing to reduce the risk of liquidated ages 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 manage remote filings. Performs entry reconciliations as needed. Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed. Follow up on Customs matters and resolve 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.
- Required - MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner).
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
- Organizational Skills.
- Inter-personal skills.
- Problem solving Skills.
- Manage high volume of work.
- Handle time sensitive work.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Ability to use multiple systems and reference material.
- Interact with customers, carriers, brokers, government agencies, internal staff, management of all levels, internal departments.
- Knowledge of customs regs, harmonized tariff schedules preferred.
Nice To Haves
- CCS and/or Brokers license preferred.
- Tuesday – Friday: 3:00pm - 11:30pm & Saturday 1:00pm - 9:30pm CST
- Mandatory overtime may be required during periods of high volume. In addition, working on company-recognized holidays may be necessary
- This role is REMOTE
- Candidates that live in within a 50-mile radius of Tupelo, MS
Responsibilities
- Coordination of documentation required by US Customs/Government Agencies for entry of goods into the US on behalf of importers
- Provide customer service
- Process commodities requiring specialized processing to reduce risk of liquidated damages and penalties
- Obtain correct classification of goods for customs release
- Data entry and processing of import documentation for submission to US Customs and may handle all PGA's
- Maintain and keep current all shipment documentation in compliance with record keeping requirements
- Adhere to all international importing and exporting regulations
- Work closely with internal staff, departments, other FedEx opcos, customers and government agencies
- Process agency brokerage shipments
- Manage remote filings
- Perform entry reconciliations
- Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed
- Follow up on Customs matters and resolve problems
- Perform entry reviews
- Perform other or additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- health, vision and dental insurance
- retirement
- tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
