Customs broker Jobs in Newark, NJ

About The Company

We are a complete end-to-end Supply Chain Freight Forwarding Management Group committed to providing over 75 years of effective transportation, logistics, warehousing, and e-commerce solutions.

Description : Become an integral member of a thriving department in NJ. We're looking for a seasoned and experienced Licensed Customs Broker who wants to take on a new challenge. It is necessary to have prior expertise within the Freight Forwarding Industry.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that customs and governmental processes, procedures and activities are performed and managed based on global, country port, & mode of transport specific governmental regulations.
• Keep abreast of laws and regulations regarding brokerage compliance and develop specific programs to ensure that personnel are properly trained and equipped with the knowledge to maintain a compliant environment.
• Responsible for use of company and client funds and negotiable documents so as to ensure that there are not any violations of governmental, banking or corporate standards.
• Required to post Customs Brokerage License as permit qualifier in local port.
• Manage and deliver on client's commitments based on local, national, and global strategies.
• Ensure staff is both productive and maintaining quality necessary to meet company and client expectations.
• Monitor implementation of new accounts to ensure all KPIs are met.
• Seek cost efficiencies and process improvements within different functions of the products & departments and work with the support and alignment of the GOP team to implement as appropriate.
• Ensure proper staffing for clearance coverage across all transport modes (Air, Ocean, Rail, Truck).
• Develop working relationships with clients, corporate compliance, branch managers, Air & Ocean product owners, local or regional government compliance personnel and staff to ensure the highest level of customer service and compliance.
• Attend Client Business Reviews to present and gather feedback from clients.
• Manage and maintain operational excellence for Customs Brokerage.
• Partner with business units, Air & Ocean product teams and sales teams to enhance customer value and expand business.
• Market all current and future Trade Services Products to include but not limited to : Consulting, Brokerage Programs, Reconciliation, Post Entry Services, Drawback / Recon, Security Programs, Post Entry Services, Learning, Technology, and Import Compliance Programs.
• Expand the volume and profitability of service delivered within the customer portfolio.
• Execute on monthly targets and controls as defined by country and regional leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external controls and KPI's set at the global and regional levels.
• Attend local, regional or national training classes or conferences as the product and region / branch management directs to enhance skills and retain industry knowledge.
• Perform department audits and develop a consistent, measurable audit program to ensure compliant processes and compliant behavior.
• Ensure continued education requirements are met to meet license requirements.

Requirements

Compensation : $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year