Customs Brokerage Agent - Post Entry

Company Description

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. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

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!

Job Description

Duration

We are seeking a Post Entry Brokerage Agent for a fixed-term assignment until December 31, 2027 or until the work is completed, whichever is sooner. Possible opportunity to transition to permanent position will be available at the end of the assignment.

Position is open for Full-Time, Part-Time and Internships

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

• Ensure timely and accurate transmission and monitoring of post entry activity, while providing exceptional customer service.

Tasks and Duties

Understand all the elements of the import customs standard operations procedures and correctly interpret this information to fulfill our customer´s instructions and expectations.

Understanding and use of Expeditors’ operations system and tools such as workboard, exp.o Customs, Raft, CFIT, etc

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

Ensure proper and timely filing of Post Summary Corrections (PSCs), protests, 520(d)s, petitions, supplemental duty tenders, etc., in accordance with regulatory, Operational Performance Standards (OPS) and corporate guidelines. This includes:

Perform entry status queries and assemble all documentation from the customer

Make corrections to the entry summary

Review to ensure corrections are applicable for the requested changes (e.g., chapter 99 tariff headers are inserted for the right lines in the correct order)

Prepare narratives for PSCs or for protests. Importer will review and provide final approval.

Review and obtain supporting documentation for the PSC reason, Protest, 520(D) (e.g., product specifications and photos to support HTS classification changes, purchase orders to support valuation changes, binding rulings, or certificates of origin with elements indicated in the appropriate General Note related to the FTA etc.)

Transmit the PSC via ABI for each declaration that requires correction

Upload full entry document packages to DIS (Document Imaging System) or the CBP ACE Protest Module for each declaration

Provide additional information to CBP as required (e.g., specialized line-item reporting)

Monitor the PSC until it is accepted by CBP

Provide status reports and regular notifications to the importer after PSC, Protest or 520(D) is filed

Manage all post entry activities, from start to finish, using Post Entry Management Application (PEMA)

Ensure accurate and timely data entry into Expeditors’ operational system

Ensure compliance at all times to regulations

Ensure accurate and timely client billing

Provide excellent customer service

Qualifications

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU BRING TO US

US Licensed Customs Broker (preferable)

Certified Import Clearance Specialist Certified (preferable)

US Customs Brokerage experience

Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)

Fluent in English

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Personnel Development Program

Growth opportunities within the company

Employee Referral Program Bonus

Compensation: USD 25 - USD 27.5 - hourly