Customs Brokerage Specialist - Fort Worth, TX
Posted on October 24, 2025
DHL Global Forwarding is a leading logistics company that manages the flow of goods and information across a customer's global supply chain by utilizing various transportation modes including air, ocean, and ground. Additionally, the company offers specialized customs brokerage services, along with dedicated warehousing and distribution center solutions. DHL Global Forwarding operates as part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world's largest logistics provider with a presence in over 220 countries and territories worldwide. Known for its commitment to innovation and customer service excellence, DHL continuously seeks to optimize supply chains and provide seamless logistics solutions across multiple industries.
The Customs Brokerage Specialist position is a full-time role based in Dallas, Texas or El Paso, Texas within DHL's Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Team. In this critical role, the specialist is responsible for ensuring the accurate completion and submission of customs entry documentation within the customs database system on behalf of DHL’s diverse customer base. The specialist plays a vital role in maintaining compliance with customs regulations and managing the flow of goods into and out of Foreign Trade Zones, which helps facilitate efficient logistics operations and customs clearance.
This position requires a strong understanding of customs laws and regulations specific to Foreign Trade Zones, including admission applications, zone status reporting, and customs documentation retention. The specialist will coordinate closely with internal teams such as procurement, logistics, and operations, as well as external partners including customs authorities and FTZ administrators. Key responsibilities include managing the receiving and shipping of goods within the FTZ, identifying and mitigating customs compliance risks, and continuously improving FTZ processes through automation and efficiency initiatives.
The role offers competitive pay based on location and experience, ranging from $23.36 to $31.14 per hour in Dallas, TX, and $15.00 to $23.85 per hour in El Paso, TX. Additionally, the position includes a comprehensive benefits package for non-union employees that provides such perks as medical, vision, dental, paid time off, 401(k) match, stock purchase plans, and performance-based incentives. Applicants should have at least a high school diploma or GED, experience in customs operations or brokerage preferred, and strong skills in Microsoft Office. This role demands excellent attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and the capacity to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Overall, the Customs Brokerage Specialist position at DHL Global Forwarding offers a promising career opportunity with a globally recognized leader in logistics. The company fosters an inclusive and diverse work environment that values equal employment opportunity and does not sponsor visas for this position. Candidates authorized to work in the U.S. and interested in advancing their careers in trade compliance and logistics are encouraged to apply and join a dynamic team that supports global commerce every day.
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in customs operations, customs brokerage, or trade compliance preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities