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Ultipro lists this Sr. Import Brokerage Agent opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Receive, review and process complex import transactions for assigned base of accounts for all entry types, including the classification and Valuation of goods.
Assist in the reviewing process for work stream development of new and existing accounts including reviewing all documentation and forms, maintaining communications with clients, reviewing their import process on a regular basis, and maintaining client profiles and databases.
Monitor shipments as they approach noncompliance based on client control, event control, and transactional data count or control.
Advise supervisor of any problems or irregularities.
Stay current of U.S. Customs regulations (Customs Brokers and the Customs Clearance process); and classification and valuation rules through self-study, approved related courses and seminars, and regular review of trade publications.
Compile and prepare commercial regulatory documents for entry processing.
Coordinate and confirm release while operation in compliance of US customs regulations.
Coordinate/assist the release of goods from the carrier, customs or other governmental agency examinations that may be required.
Respond to incoming communications from internal and external clients and where necessary resolve and elevate issues as needed. Communicate, and coordinate all customs clearance.
Respond to inquiries regarding status of shipments in transit; follow through on trace request as necessary.
Prepare customs entries and follow-up with the clearance process on all entries prepared.
Scan, file, copy, and assemble documents including: bills of lading, dock receipts, licenses, and consulate documents.
Calculate duties or tariffs to be paid on merchandise.
Review rates, trace product movement, file entries with Customs; provide clarification and valuation of merchandise.
Process post-entry work including ruling requests, CF 28's, refunds, protests, and drawbacks.
Review and assess accuracy, verify country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure that federal regulation requirements are achieved.
Stay up-to-date on all customs changes.
Research client claims ensuring the highest level of client service on every call and ensure that all service complaints are handled diplomatically, channeling pertinent information to supervisor/manager.
Other Skills & Abilities
Communication and client service skills
Work collaboratively with colleagues from all departments to accomplish assigned objectives.
Basic Computer Skills.
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Direct experience and working knowledge of Customs brokerage
Minimum of 5 years work experience relative to brokerage
Certifications & Licenses
Professional certification may be required in some areas
Brokers License
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?
At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.
We offer:
Quarterly Incentive Plan
136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
Employee Discounts
Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates
Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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