Import Specialist

Import Specialist

Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia. Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston.

Job Type : Full Time

Location : IL Schaumburg, MI Dearborn, MI Port Huron, MI Southfield, MI Taylor MI, NY Champlain, TX Houston

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Service Delivery, this position is responsible for coordinating release and entry processing for air and / or ocean shipments.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of shipments.
• Create customs entries through proper selection of client and client records, and interpretation of documentation for all clients' shipments.
• Data entry of shipment information for release, rating and billing and ensuring that all mandatory fields are completed and accurate in NSCs.
• Ensure correct value for duty is reported based on invoice details and terms of sale. Establish correct value for duty and tariff treatment by selecting the correct keyword / HS code.
• In a professional manner, work with team members as required for missing documentation, information or instructions necessary to release a shipment.
• Verify documentation for release conditions, compliance and rating compliance (e.g., free trade certificates).
• Participate fully with other team members in the day-to-day operation of Release Operations in NSCs.
• Endeavor to utilize and take advantage of system automation tools that are available to support release processing.
• Open file / data input for new shipments in relevant systems.
• Coordinate and prepare entry summary as needed.
• At time of release, monitor status of Customs and PGA releases.
• Ensure that all SOP's and business rules are adhered to following special client instructions, notes and alerts. Identify those that are missing or those that have become outdated or ineffective, making recommendations for change.
• Maintain effective relationship with clients, carriers, forwarders, Customs, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures.

Knowledge & Skills

Familiar with all applicable Customs laws, regulations, procedures and industry practices. Client service oriented. Organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines. Assertiveness in problem solving. Excellent communication skills. Ability to multitask. Detailed oriented. Excellent time management skills. Ability to present a professional image. Knowledge of Word and Excel software. Office equipment / machinery used : Personal computer and common business machines / software

Work Experience Minimum Required

2 years of related experience

Education

Required : High School / GED or equivalent

Certifications

Working towards / or successful completion of the Certified Customs Specialists (CCS) designation with the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB) or the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) is a requirement, if not already obtained.

Successful completion of the CCS examination is a mandatory requirement for further advancement.

Competencies

Inclusion and Collaboration Business Acumen and Straight Talk Accountability Customer First Focus Leading and Developing Agility

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. For Canada : Livingston is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.