Customs Brokerage Specialist

Job Description: Customs Brokerage Specialist

We are the Human Standard in Global Logistics. Founded in 1999, with a singular idea: to bring integrity and honor to the freight forwarding market. Today, we are a leader in global logistics and got here because we have stayed true to our core values. We have offices in Mobile, AL, Savannah, GA and Charleston, SC.

Location: Candidates will be considered in Savannah, GA

Work Schedule: Onsite Monday-Friday

Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

Arrange customs clearance in all USA ports for all inbound goods for various import customers. The ideal candidate will be able to handle logistics flow from origin to final delivery to ensure maximum efficiency. This position requires working knowledge of customs regulations and compliance documentation. To succeed in this role, you should have organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication skills (both written and verbal). A customer-focused approach is an essential job function.

Duties:

• Classify goods using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) or Harmonized System (HS) codes to determine applicable duties, taxes, and eligibility for trade agreements.
• Prepare, review, and submit customs documentation, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and import/export declarations.
• Calculate and process payments for duties, taxes, fees, and other charges owed to customs authorities.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, including free trade agreements (e.g., USMCA), anti-dumping duties, sanctions, and partner government agency (PGA) requirements.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, suppliers, and government officials to clear shipments and resolve issues like inspections or discrepancies.
• Monitor shipments for timely clearance, audit entries for accuracy, and handle post-entry amendments or protests for refunds.
• Stay updated on changes in customs laws, tariffs, and regulations; conduct compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Advise internal teams or clients on trade compliance best practices, valuation methods, and special programs (e.g., duty drawback).
• Maintain records for audits and communicate with stakeholders to prevent delays or fines.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field preferred
• Ocean import/export experience preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in import/export operations, customs brokerage, or trade compliance required