Scope of Position :
- To proactively ensure import department meets the highest standards of import Customs compliance.
Major Duties and Responsibilities :
Compliance
Prevent late files / payments by ensuring proper use of the statement management reports.Assist in the enforcement of Expeditors Brokerage Operational Process Standards policies and procedures.Review all Powers of Attorney received by the branch for validity and review attached Importer Questionnaire for completeness; upload valid POA and Importer Questionnaire into the POA Tool.Internal Reviews and Monitoring
Conduct daily reviews via IDMA (Import Daily Monitoring Application) in accordance with Expeditors Import Daily Monitoring Program. Derive training topics from results.Monitor customs rejections. Report results to the U.S. and Canada Customs Compliance Manager in the annual Self-Audit. Derive training topics from results.Conduct 361 reviewsAssist District Compliance Manager with ensuring all monitoring reports are reviewed timely.Information
Ensure that branch employees are kept up to date on Customs and PGA related developments. Read daily publications of Broker Powers International Trade Today CSMS Messages from CBP local customs publications (eg. Pipelines Public Bulletins etc.). Visit customs and PGA websites on a regular basis.Ensure familiarity with Customs Informed Compliance Publications.Attend monthly Brokerage / Compliance Managers Conference Calls.Meet regularly with export Customs compliance counterpart.Post Entry
Ensure proper and timely filing of PSCs protests supplemental duty tenders accordance with regulatory OPS and CHQ guidelines.Report all penalties and liquidated damages to U.S. and Canada Compliance Manager.Manage all post entry activities.Ensure proper handling / monitoring of all TIB entries. Notify clients of a TIB status at least three times during the course of a bond.Training
Prepare and hold training sessions on a regular basis for entry personnel. Topics should be based on the following :Issues apparent on customs reject spreadsheet
Problems discovered during the daily reviews (IDMA)New customs / PGA developments and proceduresAssist entry personnel with compliance-related questions and issues.Sales / Marketing
Support sales staff and import manager in new business development as needed.Qualifications : Qualifications
Customs Brokers License3 years experience in U.S. Customs brokerageStrong analytical abilityStrong working knowledge of CFIT and Expeditors import applicationsProficiency in the following software products :MS Office - Word Excel Access Power Point
Customs business understanding; current customs environmentStrong understanding of 19 CFR (Parts 1 199) and the HTSUSACustomer service skills to deal with branch personnel and external customers; ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization interfacing with supervisors peers and clientsOrganizational skills to manage multiple tasks to completion simultaneouslyResearch skills problem solving and follow-up skillsAbility to relate to clients Customs and other government officials and employees at all levelsHands-on knowledge of Operational Process Standards desk proceduresAbility to articulate clearly through written and oral presentationAdditional Information :
Expeditors offers competitive benefits to all full-time employees including :
Paid vacationHolidaysPosition is full time Monday through FridayAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work : No
Employment Type : Full-time
Key Skills
Abinitio,Apprentice,Dermatology,Cost Estimation,Data Networking,Liaison
Department / Functional Area : Compliance
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1