Import Brokerage Agent

. Crane Worldwide Logistics . • Laredo, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Compile and prepare commercial regulatory documents for entry processing. Coordinate and confirm release while operating in compliance with US customs regulations. Coordinate/assist the release of goods from the carrier, customs or other governmental agency examinations that may be required. Respond to incoming communications from internal and external customers and where necessary resolve and escalate issues as needed. Communicate, and coordinate all customs clearance. Respond to inquiries regarding status of shipments in transit; follow through on trace request as necessary. Prepare customs entries and follow-up with the clearance process on all entries prepared. Scan, file, copy, and assemble documents including: bills of lading, dock receipts, licenses, and consulate documents. Calculate duties or tariffs to be paid on merchandise. Review rates, trace product movement, file entries with Customs; provide clarification and valuation of merchandise. Process post-entry work including ruling requests, CF 28's, refunds, protests, and drawbacks. Review and assess accuracy, verify country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure that federal regulation requirements are achieved. Stay up-to-date on all customs changes. Research customer claims ensuring the highest level of customer service on every call and ensure that all service complaints are handled diplomatically, channeling pertinent information to supervisor/manager.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three Years industry Experience
• Minimum five years related experience
• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Must have excellent customer service skills
• Basic Computer Skills

Responsibilities

• Compile and prepare commercial regulatory documents for entry processing
• Coordinate and confirm release while operation in compliance of US customs regulations
• Coordinate/assist the release of goods from the carrier, customs or other governmental agency examinations that may be required
• Respond to incoming communications from internal and external customers and where necessary resolve and escalate issues as needed
• Communicate, and coordinate all customs clearance
• Respond to inquiries regarding status of shipments in transit; follow through on trace request as necessary
• Prepare customs entries and follow-up with the clearance process on all entries prepared
• Scan, file, copy, and assemble documents including: bills of lading, dock receipts, licenses, and consulate documents
• Calculate duties or tariffs to be paid on merchandise
• Review rates, trace product movement, file entries with Customs; provide clarification and valuation of merchandise
• Process post-entry work including ruling requests, CF 28's, refunds, protests, and drawbacks
• Review and assess accuracy, verify country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure that federal regulation requirements are achieved
• Stay up-to-date on all customs changes
• Research customer claims ensuring the highest level of customer service on every call and ensure that all service complaints are handled diplomatically, channeling pertinent information to supervisor/manager

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED