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Expeditors Customs Brokerage Agent in Hazelwood, Missouri
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 is to 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!
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system
Track and Trace Custom files and reporting
Ensure accurate and timely client billing
Understand all the elements of the import and export customs Desk Level Operating Procedure and correctly interpret this information to fulfill our customers' instructions and expectations.
Transfer customs declaration information from documents, or other sources into the customs entry system to allow for the build of a valid customs declaration
Assist with verification of customs declaration information and the submission of such to the customs authority
Ensure compliance at all times to regulations
Good knowledge of customs brokerage process, customs legislation - especially with regards to classification, valuation and origin
Understanding of ocean, road and air documentation process
Effective interpersonal skills
Pro-active approach, strong organizational and computer skills
Good computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)
Fluent in English
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
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.