Customs Support

Customs SupportSchedule & Pay

• Monday through Friday
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Pay Rate: $29/hr

Position Overview

Zing Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Customs Support professional to support all import and export compliance activities through data automation, reporting, and process improvement initiatives. This role is responsible for developing, automating, and maintaining data workflows that streamline reporting processes, improve data accuracy, and support operational excellence within international trade compliance.

The ideal candidate is technically skilled, highly organized, and able to collaborate cross-functionally to optimize compliance-related analytics and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Automate report execution, data formatting, and data updates to support import and export compliance operations.
• Develop automated solutions to append, maintain, and validate existing data sets.
• Partner with the Customs Manager to design, implement, and automate reporting and tracking for:
  • Duty and tariff mitigation programs
  • Foreign supplier payment audits
  • Duty drawback filings
  • Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) filings
  • Bill of Material (BOM) automation and regional value content calculations
  • Export EEI filings and documentation workflows
• Ensure data integrity, security, and process reliability across all automated solutions.
• Organize and respond to internal sales and customer requests regarding refund status and supporting documentation.
• Develop dashboards, analytical models, and performance metrics to support compliance decision-making.
• Integrate data sources and systems through APIs and automation tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and continuous enhancement of compliance activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, PowerPivot, PowerQuery, and related analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, transformation, and relational data structures.
• Knowledge of data governance and data security best practices.
• Experience with dashboard design, data visualization principles, and publishing across platforms.
• Familiarity with API integration and data connectivity methods.
• Proficiency with Power Automate or similar automation platforms.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret complex data sets and develop sustainable solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong data analytics capabilities.

Abilities

• Highly resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Demonstrates strong ethics, integrity, and commitment to compliance.
• Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative solutions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Experience Requirements

• 3–5 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience supporting trade compliance, supply chain operations, or data automation functions.
• Experience with trade compliance systems, tariff classification, or customs documentation is a plus.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI experience required.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Information Systems, International Business, or a related field preferred.

Additional Information

• Hybrid schedule: 60% in-office / 40% remote

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