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Customs Brokerage Agent

Expeditors International

Buffalo, NYFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Buffalo, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Expeditors International is hiring a Customs Brokerage Agent. The Customs Brokerage Agent ensures a smooth and timely customs process flow by upholding accurate and timely data entry into operational systems. This role involves tracking and tracing customs entry filings, maintaining accurate client invoicing, and understanding customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The agent will transfer customs declaration information into the customs entry system and assist with verification and submission to customs authorities, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.

Key focus areas include Ensure a smooth and timely customs process flow, Uphold accurate and timely data entry into operational systems, and Track and trace customs entry filings.

Important skills include Data Entry, Customs Entry Filings, Client Invoicing, Standard Operating Procedures, Customs Declaration Information Transfer, and Customs Declaration Verification.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data EntryCustoms Entry FilingsClient InvoicingStandard Operating ProceduresCustoms Declaration Information TransferCustoms Declaration VerificationComplianceInterpersonal SkillsCoachableReceptive to FeedbackCommunicationPro-Active ApproachOrganizational SkillsComputer SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteReading EnglishWriting English

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure a smooth and timely customs process flow

  • Uphold accurate and timely data entry into our operational systems

  • Track and trace customs entry filings 

  • Maintain accurate and timely client invoicing 

  • Understand and follow curated customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) 

  • Transfer customs declaration information from documents, or other sources into the customs entry system to allow for the build of a valid customs declaration

  • Assist with verification of customs declaration information and the submission of such to the customs authority

  • Ensure compliance at all times to internal and external regulations

  • Effective interpersonal skills

  • Coachable, receptive to feedback

  • Strong written and verbal communication 

  • Pro-active approach, strong organizational and computer skills

  • Excellent computer skills (Microsoft office suite) 

  • Fluent in reading and writing in English Reporting Structure

  • Customs Brokerage Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager Our Mission Statement 

To set the standard for excellence in global logistics and customer service, through total commitment to quality in people and services, with superior financial results.

Our Culture

Around the office, you can feel a great sense of pride in our work, energy in what we do, and focus on building strong relationships with our customers.  Leadership, teamwork, and trust are the prevailing winds that drive rewarding careers—and our great company—forward. While our offices are neat and our dress professional, we love curiosity and aren’t afraid to have a little fun.

Our Vision

To provide unlimited opportunity for our people to grow their knowledge, contribution, and compensation. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Full benefits/PTO available for full-time positions. The hourly rate for this position is an estimated range that can be adjusted based on experience.

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