Senior Customs Brokerage Coordinator

Alba•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join us as a Senior Customs Brokerage Coordinator and play a pivotal role in shaping Alba Wheels Up International’s future. This is your chance to drive strategic initiatives, influence key decisions, and deliver measurable results at the highest level.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years of relatable work experience in freight forwarding and customs brokerage industry
Exceptional customer-service communication skills (both verbal and written)
Must be able to multi-task and work in a high pressure environment
Strong attention to details and organizational skills
Upholds a high level of discretion and confidentiality
Must be a team player and able to work independently, by being proactive and having a flexible attitude.
Proficient in Windows and Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Cargowise is a plus
Customs Brokerage license is a plus

Responsibilities

Process Customs brokerage for air, truck, and ocean shipments and other modes of arrival into the USA.
Receive, review, and process import documentation from overseas agents/clients.
Secure arrival information from various modes of arrival (air, ocean, truck, rail, mail and/or passenger).
Data entry and processing of various clients import shipment(s) via related documentation received and presentation to U.S. Customs and/or other participating Government Agencies.
Classify imported goods with appropriate HTS (harmonized tariff schedule) over broad range of commodities and special exception/exclusions for appropriate duty application.
Update shipment status daily and enter notes in Cargowise system.
Follow through on Customs matters and immediate resolution of problems that might occur.
Respond to client inquiries and inter-company inquiries in a prompt and timely manner.
Process remote filings (RLF).
Submit payment to steam ship lines and send out endorsed original bill of ladings when required.
Invoicing files within 48 hours of shipment release.
Scanning documents into Cargowise system shipment files.
Send out delivery order and supporting documentation to assigned trucker(s).
Communicate with trucker(s) when cargo is available or if there is an issue with a shipment.
Resolve issues with pick up of cargo at locations and relay to the client(s) accordingly and in a timely manner.
Secure aggressive cost for maximum profitability, while satisfying client’s requirements.
Adhere to all domestic and international shipping regulations.
Secure and post vendor invoice to payables in shipment file.
Performs other related duties and projects as requested or assigned by manager.