Customs Brokerage Agent

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

Our Mission: We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Scope of Position: To ensure the proper and timely clearance and release of consignments, while providing an exceptional customer service within the Customs Brokerage department. Also required are excellent oral and written communication skills and a proven history of providing exceptional customer service at all levels. Attention to detail is essential to be successful within this role. Our work environment is team oriented and very fast paced; therefore, a strong candidate must have excellent interpersonal, organizational & time management skills in addition to the professional attitude that exemplifies the Expeditors culture.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare customs entries in Customsware or other customs software.
• Understand the elements of the Import & export customs SOP.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into operating systems.
• Ensure timely customs clearance of shipments.
• Monitor customs clearances and communicate with Customers.
• A good understanding of customs procedures and the customs declaration process.
• Scrutinizing documents and other information sources to ensure that sufficient information is available to prepare a customs declaration in accordance with customs regulations.
• Adhere, where applicable, to non-customs regulations (SPS shipments, licensing requirements, prohibitions and restrictions).
• Adhere to the clearing instructions provided by the customer.
• Verification that documentation/information provided covers the shipment being customs cleared.
• Identify missing or incorrect information on commercial invoices.
• Correctly follow customers' instructions regarding HTS classification, customs value determination, origin of goods, and the applicability of preferential rates of duty or treatment.
• Recording all communications with customs in the relevant shipment file.
• Identify and implement improvement opportunities via our tools (Profiles, Edoc lift).
• High level of knowledge and usage of Expeditors systems tools and applications (e.g. expo.Customs, e.Doc, CFIT, ETMS, expo, Accounting).
• Work with Customs Compliance Management and Customs Brokerage management to ensure customs brokerage activity is in compliance with regulations, company policies and standards.

Expeditors Key Performance Expectations:

• Exceptional Customer Service: Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary.
• Job Execution: Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network.
• Reliability: Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes.
• Collaboration: Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities but is willing to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers.
• Communication: Effectively listens to others and communicates in a professional manner, both internally and externally.
• Culture: Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humour, and Visionary.
• Personal Growth and Development: Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year.

Performance Expectations:

• Timely and Accurate Shipment Processing: Ensures smooth and timely freight process flow according to Expeditors' operational procedures.
• Timely and Accurate Data Entry: Ensures accurate and timely data entry into our operational systems according to Expeditors' operational procedures and customer requirements.
• Timely and Accurate Billing and Accounting: Invoices customers the expected charges timely and accurately and according to Expeditors and customer requirements.

Qualifications:

• Positive and willing to help attitude.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
• Pro-active, strong organisational skills.