Customs Compliance Specialist - $54314 to $86299 per YEAR

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is a leading global supply chain logistics company dedicated to providing comprehensive freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution, and supply chain management services. With a strong commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, Yusen Logistics strives to be the world’s preferred supply chain logistics partner by forging stronger connections between businesses, customers, and communities. The company’s culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and a dedication to excellence among its workforce, ensuring that employees are empowered to contribute to its ongoing success and industry leadership. Yusen Logistics operates with a deep respect for diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, and other protected statuses in compliance with federal, state, and local laws. The Customs Brokerage Specialist position at Yusen Logistics plays a critical role in supporting the Import Manager with customs brokerage activities to ensure full compliance with U.S. customs laws and company compliance programs. This role involves a wide range of responsibilities including processing complex Customs House Broker (CHB) entries, advocating for high-volume customers, and providing expert support for customs audits and compliance assessments. The specialist acts as an important liaison interfacing with government agencies, maintaining positive relationships, and assisting in the maintenance of customer bonds and Powers of Attorney (POAs). This role requires a meticulous approach to maintaining customer classification databases, preparing post-entry documentation, and providing guidance on U.S. importing regulations both internally and to customers. The ideal candidate for this role is expected to have a solid background in customs brokerage, demonstrated by at least three years of experience in the industry and either holding or actively pursuing a Customs Broker license within two years. Candidates with a four-year college degree are preferred, highlighting the company’s commitment to high educational standards. Exceptional customer service skills, strong organizational and time management abilities, and the capacity to independently manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure, unsupervised environment are essential. This role also demands excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical ability to perform root cause analysis and identify solutions, as well as proficiency with numerical calculations related to customs fees, taxes, and regulatory requirements. Salary for the Customs Brokerage Specialist ranges from $54,314 to $86,299, reflecting the company’s recognition of the importance of this position and its commitment to offering competitive compensation. Employment type is classified as other, and the role offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the employee’s well-being and professional growth. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first of the month following the start date, a 401k plan with company match, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, short and long-term disability insurance, tuition assistance programs, commuter benefits, paid vacation, and more. Joining Yusen Logistics means becoming part of a forward-thinking organization that values each employee’s contribution and fosters a supportive, inclusive work environment. Employees of Yusen Logistics can expect to work alongside passionate professionals committed to excellence, integrity, and continuous learning. As a Customs Brokerage Specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring successful import operations, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction, thereby contributing directly to the company’s mission of being the preferred choice in global logistics.

• high school diploma
• customs broker license required or working towards receiving it within 2 years
• minimum 3 years experience in customs broker industry
• ability to work independently
• excellent organizational and time management skills
• strong communication skills
• ability to manage multiple priorities
• proficiency in reading and interpreting regulations and instructions
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• ability to write clear and concise documentation
• professional demeanor with customers and government officials
• proficiency in mathematical calculations relevant to duties