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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.\nOur Mission\nWe 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!\n Scope of Position:\nTo ensure the proper and timely clearance and release of consignments, while providing an exceptional customer service within the Customs Brokerage department.\nAlso required are excellent oral and written communication skills and a proven history of providing exceptional customer service at all levels.\nAttention to detail is essential to be successful within this role. Our work environment is team oriented and very fast paced; therefore, a strong candidate must have excellent interpersonal, organizational & time management skills in addition to the professional attitude that exemplifies the Expeditors culture.\nMajor Duties and Responsibilities:\nReceive documents.\nPrepare customs entries in Customsware or other customs software.\nUnderstand the elements of the Import & export customs SOP.\nEnsure accurate and timely data entry into operating systems.\nEnsure timely customs clearance of shipments.\nMonitor customs clearances and communicate with Customers.\nA good understanding of customs procedures and the customs declaration process\nScrutinizing documents and other information sources to ensure that sufficient information is available to prepare a customs declaration is in accordance with customs regulations.\nAdhere, where applicable to non-customs regulations (SPS shipments, licensing requirements, prohibitions and restrictions)\nAdhere to the clearing instructions provided by the customer\nVerification that documentation/information provided covers the shipment being customs cleared (e.g. weights and numbers indicated on commercial documentation matches the information provided on the transportation documents)\nIdentify missing or incorrect information on commercial invoices\nCorrectly, following customers instructions as taken up in the “Customer SOP” with regards to HTS classification, customs value determination, origin of goods, and the applicability of preferential rates of duty or treatment.\nRecording all communications with customs in the relevant shipment file\nIdentify and implement improvement opportunities via our tools ( Profiles, Edoc lift)\nHigh level of knowledge and usage of Expeditors systems tools and applications (e.g. expo.Customs, e.Doc, CFIT, ETMS, expo,Accounting)\nHigh level of knowledge and usage of applicable customs declaration software\nWork with Customs Compliance Management and Customs Brokerage management to ensure customs brokerage activity in is compliance with regulations, company policies and standards.\nExpeditors Key Performance Expectations\nExceptional Customer Service: Exceeds customer expectations by anticipating, understanding and meeting needs. Is proactive and when issues arise, is timely and resolute in solving problems, including escalating to management when necessary. Builds rapport and exhibits empathy during interactions, and consistently strives to improve customer satisfaction with customers.\nJob Execution: Consistently completes quality work that matches job expectations. Is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement for own job function and across the network. All activities are compliant with company policies/procedures and code of business conduct and with government regulations.\nReliability: Consistently meets deadlines. Is punctual and can be relied on for planning purposes. Is organized, manages own time effectively and can prioritize.\nCollaboration: Displays a willingness to accomplish not only his/her own job responsibilities without the need for constant prodding but is willing, without request, to aid and assist others to the benefit of the company and/or customers. Works in harmony with superiors and fellow workers without incident or delay. · Communication: Effectively listens to others and communicates (verbal and written) in a professional manner, both internally and externally. Provides relevant and timely information to co-workers, customers and service providers. Answers phone calls and responds to voicemails, emails and other communication according to Expeditors' standards. · Culture: Exhibits and promotes the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary. · Personal Growth and Development: Participates in training within the company’s guidelines, completing at least 52 hours of relevant training per year. Completes required training in a timely manner with minimal reminders. Pursues professional development goals for self, including participating in a development plan as appropriate.\nPerformance Expectations\nTimely and Accurate Shipment Processing :Ensures smooth and timely freight process flow according to Expeditors' operational procedures. Follows customer's standard operating procedures and proactively notifies customers of any issues. Consistently meets KPI standards, as per company's procedures. ·\nTimely and Accurate Data Entry: Ensures accurate and timely data entry into our operational systems according to Expeditors' operational procedures and customer requirements. Monitors exception reports for quick data integrity resolution. ·\nTimely and Accurate Billing and Accounting: Invoices customers the expected charges timely and accurately and according to Expeditors and customer requirements. Properly provisions service provider charges to avoid reserves. 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