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Job Summary:

This position is responsible for coordinating release and entry processing for air and/or ocean shipments, rail, as well as northern border shipments, including US Customs and/or PGA releases. The Import Specialist will handle the processing of releases for clients that may involve complex standard operations procedures.

 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of shipments.

• Create customs entries through proper selection of client and client records, interpretation of documentation for all clients' shipments, in a one-step process in our software.

• Data entry of shipment information for release, rating, and billing and ensuring that all mandatory fields are completed and accurate.

• Ensure correct value for duty is reported based on invoice details and terms of sale. Establish correct value for duty and tariff treatment by selecting the correct keyword/HS code.

• In a professional manner, work with shipment stakeholders as required for missing documentation, information, or instructions necessary to release a shipment

• Verify documentation for release conditions, compliance, and rating compliance (e.g., free trade certificates).

• Escalate two-step release requirements, authorization, or release issue resolution to required team members.

• Endeavor to utilize and take advantage of system automation tools that are available to support release processing.

• Open file/data input for new shipments in relevant systems.

• Coordinate and prepare entry summary as needed.

• At the time of release, monitor the status of Customs and PGA releases.

• Ensure that all sales/operations business rules are adhered to following special client instructions, notes, and alerts. Identify those that are missing or those that have become outdated or ineffective, making recommendations for change.

• Research and respond to requests for information from the team in a professional manner via phone or email.

• Prioritize and complete work according to direction, Customs requirements, and Zeus standards.

• Maintain effective relationships with clients, carriers, forwarders, Customs, etc.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

 

Knowledge & Skills:

• Familiar with all applicable Customs laws, regulations, procedures, and industry practices.

• Client service-oriented.

• Organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Assertiveness in problem-solving.

• Excellent communication skills.

 

Required Experience:

• 4 years of related experience

• Licensed Customs Broker 

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Job Type: Full Time