Entry Writer / Customs Brokerage Specialist

Entry Writer / Customs Brokerage Specialist

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About Us: CVI is a premier provider of freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and trade compliance services to the international shipping community. Join our team of transportation specialists, customs brokers, technology, procurement, and accounting professionals committed to providing excellent, personalized service while living our Core Values.

Salary / Benefits: We offer competitive salaries commensurate with your skills and experience, and a rich benefits package. Please visit https://cvinternational.com/join-our-team/ to learn more about the benefits & perks of being part of the CV International team.

Responsibilities: The Customs Brokerage Specialist will meet and exceed customer needs and expectations by ensuring successful and timely processing of customer import transactions.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• 3+ years experience in air & ocean customhouse brokerage.
• Strong knowledge of CBP rules and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of the HTS and commodity classification.
• Strong knowledge of various transportation modes including air freight, LCL, FCL as well as knowledge of domestic trucking and rail movements.
• Strong analytical and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• General knowledge of geography and international transactions as related to the forwarding industry.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform/prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines.
• Self-motivated and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in general office computer skills Email, internet, Microsoft office products.
• Customs Broker License or CCS certificate a plus.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. Other duties may be assigned to meet changing business needs.

• Process the entire import brokerage transaction (opening files, communications with clients and service providers, monitor shipments from origin to final destination).
• Coordinate transportation with overseas agents as well as domestic partners.
• Resolve transportation and brokerage issues (handle transportation claims, act as intermediary between trucking and international provider, airlines, steamship lines, Customs, and other government agencies associated with brokerage transactions).
• Provide prompt, courteous and proactive service to customers.
• Ensure prompt billing to customers.
• Seek opportunities to promote the company and gain additional business.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by a person assigned to this position. Nor is this summary an employment contract or promise of ongoing employment.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage