Import Specialist I

A.N. Deringer, Inc. • Elk Grove Village, IL

13d • $19 - $24 • Remote

About The Position

THIS POSITION IS PRIMARILY RESPONSIBLE FOR PROCESSING AND ASSIMILATING CUSTOMER
DATA TO SUPPORT THE MOVEMENT OF GOODS BETWEEN INTERNATIONAL BORDERS.

Requirements

• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED
• 3+ YEARS OF CUSTOMS BROKERAGE EXPERIENCE
• PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE KEYING CUSTOMS ENTRIES
• Previous experience with Section 232
• Previous experience with OGAs

Responsibilities

• Serves as the customer service liaison between the company and the customer(s)
• Resolves problems (i.e. billing, tracking shipments) and handles customer concerns. Builds relationships with customers
• Processes Customs and PGA (Participating Government Agency) entries for clearance of goods into the United States
• Has experience specific to client submission requirements and clearance of specific commodities
• Opens files, enters notes, information and document requests in corporate systems
• Reviews commercial invoice for proper information
• Reviews documentation or issues documents to meet government regulations and carrier regulations
• Convert and verify shipment weight, volume and foreign currency
• Sends information/document requests to company's employees, suppliers, service providers and/or U.S. government agencies as needed
• Communicates with specific offices, departments, and teams on all issues affecting customs brokerage
• Ensures compliance with regards to U.S. Government regulatory agencies such as FDA, EPA, USFWS, etc.
• Coordinates shipping details with U.S. forwarders, steamship lines, airlines, agents, etc.
• Maintains communication with customers, carriers and vendors
• Coordinates shipments from airline, ocean piers and CFS (container freight station) to customer/consignee destination
• Coordinates pick-ups and invoices files
• Stays up-to-date on regulations, laws, guidelines and Deringer requirements. Acts as a resource to internal and external clients.
• Handles accounting processes accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensures email and telephone calls are promptly and professionally answered
• Handles confidential information. May give instruction to colleagues and is expected to make recommendations to improve processes and the functioning of the department and/or company
• Other duties as required and assigned
• May be required to successfully complete the following courses within twelve months: IATA Dangerous Goods, IATA Basic Export, CFR49 Dangerous Goods, CFR 15 Export Regulation, and  IMDG Dangerous Goods.

Benefits

• A.N. DERINGER OFFERS COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH, DENTAL, AND VISION PLANS IN ADDITION TO MANY EXCELLENT VOLUNTARY HEALTH AND WELLNESS BENEFITS.
• WE OFFER GENEROUS PAID TIME OFF, INCLUDING PAID HOLIDAYS AND PROMOTE FLEXIBILITY IN YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT TO ASSURE A POSITIVE INTEGRATION OF WORK AND LIFE.

What This Job Offers

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