Customs Compliance Specialist - Classification
Buckland Co., Port Huron, MI, United States
Customs Compliance Specialist - Classification
For over 70 years Buckland has been working to help companies across the world experience global trade in a better way. Buckland employs a unique approach to global trade that focuses on combining trusted technologies and talented people that know how to use them. As a customer-focused company, Buckland provides customers with a single source of unmatched Customs Brokerage (Canadian, US, Mexican), Trade Managed Solutions, Freight Forwarding, Trade Technologies and Warehousing/Distribution Services. Buckland strives to provide customized services in a memorable way. Buckland is looking for a Customs Compliance Specialist - Classification. What you'll be doing: This position is responsible for assisting with compliance projects and managed service contracts for major clients. This individual will provide classification of goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) system. What we can offer you: Competitive salary, benefits package, and matching retirement plan A friendly, collaborative work environment Opportunities for professional development & ongoing learning A chance to be part of a growing organization You will be responsible for: Complete HTS and ECCN tariff classification determinations, reviews, and opinions. Submit applications for customs rulings for complex tariff, origin, and valuation opinions. Review and maintains database integrity by utilizing both internal and client provided software to organize, prioritize workload, drafting processes, and create reports. Provide broker and client assistance with antidumping and countervailing duty assessment or equivalent (e.g., SIMA in Canada). Liaise with significant business partners on Customs compliance issues Good written and verbal communication skills. Apply your skills with Microsoft utilizing programs such as Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook. Demonstrate your meticulous attention to detail by ensuring accuracy and decision making. Driven by results working in a fast-paced environment. Maintain a well-organized calendar to balance meetings, tasks, and future initiatives. Provide exceptional customer support by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly and effectively. What we need from you: Bachelor's Degree or diploma in Business or International Business or similar discipline. US Customs broker's license and/or CCS designation preferred but not required. CES (Certified Export Specialist) preferred but not required. Minimum 2 years of classification experience with expert knowledge of HTS classification principles, with 1 year of experience determining ECCN export classification codes. MS Office knowledge in applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access. Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be legally eligible to work for the Company at all times. Valid Passport and ability and desire to occasionally travel if required to other offices locations in CAD/USA/MEX.
For over 70 years Buckland has been working to help companies across the world experience global trade in a better way. Buckland employs a unique approach to global trade that focuses on combining trusted technologies and talented people that know how to use them. As a customer-focused company, Buckland provides customers with a single source of unmatched Customs Brokerage (Canadian, US, Mexican), Trade Managed Solutions, Freight Forwarding, Trade Technologies and Warehousing/Distribution Services. Buckland strives to provide customized services in a memorable way. Buckland is looking for a Customs Compliance Specialist - Classification. What you'll be doing: This position is responsible for assisting with compliance projects and managed service contracts for major clients. This individual will provide classification of goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) system. What we can offer you: Competitive salary, benefits package, and matching retirement plan A friendly, collaborative work environment Opportunities for professional development & ongoing learning A chance to be part of a growing organization You will be responsible for: Complete HTS and ECCN tariff classification determinations, reviews, and opinions. Submit applications for customs rulings for complex tariff, origin, and valuation opinions. Review and maintains database integrity by utilizing both internal and client provided software to organize, prioritize workload, drafting processes, and create reports. Provide broker and client assistance with antidumping and countervailing duty assessment or equivalent (e.g., SIMA in Canada). Liaise with significant business partners on Customs compliance issues Good written and verbal communication skills. Apply your skills with Microsoft utilizing programs such as Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook. Demonstrate your meticulous attention to detail by ensuring accuracy and decision making. Driven by results working in a fast-paced environment. Maintain a well-organized calendar to balance meetings, tasks, and future initiatives. Provide exceptional customer support by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly and effectively. What we need from you: Bachelor's Degree or diploma in Business or International Business or similar discipline. US Customs broker's license and/or CCS designation preferred but not required. CES (Certified Export Specialist) preferred but not required. Minimum 2 years of classification experience with expert knowledge of HTS classification principles, with 1 year of experience determining ECCN export classification codes. MS Office knowledge in applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access. Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be legally eligible to work for the Company at all times. Valid Passport and ability and desire to occasionally travel if required to other offices locations in CAD/USA/MEX.