Customs Trade Specialist

FedEx Logistics•Tonawanda, NY

2d•$16 - $24•Hybrid

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. If selected you will be trained on Goods Classification, international importing and exporting regulations, record keeping compliance and more. As a Customs Trade Specialist you will provide impeccable customer service as you perform the following functions: 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. Follow up on Customs matters and resolve problems. Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed. Performs entry reconciliations as needed May handle remote filings 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. Performs entry reviews as needed Performs other or additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED required.
Required - MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner).
Requires a minimum of 6 months work experience.
Requires Data entry/keyboard experience.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Organizational skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Problem solving skills.
Handle high volume of 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.
Minimum of 12 months of industry experience preferred.
Knowledge of customs regs, harmonized tariff schedules preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
Follow up on Customs matters and resolve problems.
Ensure all government and organizational policies are followed.
Performs entry reconciliations as needed
May handle remote filings
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.
Performs entry reviews as needed
Performs other or additional duties as assigned.