Description

About Brothers International Food Holdings, LLC:

At Brothers International, we are passionate about creating high-quality food products that enrich lives and bring people together. Our Ingredients division supplies top-quality fruit and fruit juice concentrates to a number of Fortune 100 food companies. Our Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) division includes Brothers-All-Natural, the #1 Freeze-Dried Snack Brand, and also produces private label freeze-dried fruit snacks for some of the leading retailers in the US.

Headquartered in Rochester, NY, with offices in Florida and China, we are an innovative global leader in the food industry. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the well-being of our communities. If you are interested in becoming part of a fast-growing, dynamic team environment, read on!

Why Brothers International?

• Innovation: Be part of a company that values creativity and encourages innovation in the ever-evolving food industry.
• Team Collaboration: Join a collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are recognized and celebrated.
• Global Impact: Contribute to a company with a global presence, making a difference in the lives of people worldwide through our diverse range of food products.

Position Summary:

The Logistics Coordinator provides Supply Chain and Logistics support for all Brothers International Food, LLC products. Manages the customs and compliance process to ensure the timely importation of products, including completion of Importer Security Filing (ISF), customs entry, assignment of Harmonized Tariff System (HTS) codes, Imports self-filing of customs entries and audit/payment of all associated duties, fees, and port charges. Assists Logistics team in tendering freight, tracking/expediting inbound shipments, document review and managing all exams by U.S. government agencies.

Essential Functions: 

• Prepare and execute the submission of Customs Entries to ensure the timely release of import shipments (7501) via Descartes ABI system.
• Classify import items via U.S. HTS to determine the appropriate import duties based upon valuation of goods.
• Determine whether the shipment qualifies for special or reduced tariffs.
• Compile the necessary documentation, including cargo-control papers, customs invoices and certificates of origin/analysis, review for accuracy and forward to the proper parties.
• Communicate with all vendors to ensure ISF information is received in a timely fashion.
• Update shipment status and add pertinent information within corporate ERP system, including ISF submissions. (ISF# & Date ISF was Entered) container numbers & Ocean Bill of lading, etc.
• Handle customs correspondence post entry process and any other related clearance details/information.
• Monitor shipments as they move through customs to ensure compliance at every stage. Report any issues, delays and customs holds to the shared logistics services group as needed to resolve issues and minimize delays and service charges.
• Maintain knowledge of all industry rules and regulations and perform all custom duties.
• Generate internal or external reports as required.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 or 4 year degree in applicable area of study (international business, supply chain management, etc.) preferred. 
• 3 years of experience in Customs/Trade Compliance 
• Experience in the freight forwarding industry 
• Proficiency in general office computer skills – email, internet, Microsoft office products. ERP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of CBP rules and regulations, HTS and commodity classification.
• Knowledge of Import Trade Auxiliary Communications System (ITACS) and FDA exam procedures.
• Fluency working inside of the ACE/ABI system.
• Knowledge of INCOTERMS
• Current US Customs Broker License with no pending restrictions preferred but not required.
• Sound interpersonal and communications skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Knowledge of various transportation modes including air freight, LCL, FCL as well as knowledge of domestic trucking and rail movements.
• Strong analytical and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• General knowledge of geography and international transactions related to the forwarding industry.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform/prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines.
• Self-motivated; ability to work with minimal supervision.

Note

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as assigned. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

Brothers International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.