Customs Brokerage Specialist, PACT - Premium Accounts Clearance Team

Description

At Amazon, we're working to be the most Customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. Amazon Global Logistics (AGL) Cross Border team is responsible for providing Customers a one stop shop for international transportation service, providing end to end supply chain solutions. We are seeking a Customer centric individual who wants to be part of this journey, and manage daily operational tasks and Customer queries. A Customs Brokerage Specialist owns daily operations for customs clearance on ocean, air, rail and truck cross-border shipments. A Customs Brokerage Specialist will communicate with freight forwarders/sellers/vendors for shipment and document preparation, monitor shipment clearance status and escalates issues when necessary. The Brokerage Specialist also performs data entry functions for entry filing, classifications, and inspections related delivery-form generation, tracking and compliance requirements. We invite you to be part of the team that defines how Amazon changes the world of international logistics, one shipment at a time.


Key job responsibilities
- Verify completeness of information upon onboarding Customers
- Prepare import documentation to ensure timely release and delivery of orders
- Verify accuracy of commercial documentation and charges
- Submit documentation to regulatory agencies
- Meet daily/weekly KPI targets for entry submission and accuracy
- Collaborate with other service providers to solve shipment issues
- Collaborate with origin and destination logistics teams
- 2nd Tier support for Customer Service queries

Basic Qualifications

- Experience in international logistics, cross-border transportation and supply chain, or U.S. Customs rules and regulations
- Knowledge of Excel at a basic level (e.g., UX navigation, math & logical functions, lookup functions, etc.)
- Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required
- Experience performing accurate data entry and analysis
- 2+ years of customs entry writing experience with a proven track record handling complex, high-value shipments. Also, has experience with premium/VIP account management and familiarity with special handling requirements

Preferred Qualifications

- High school or equivalent diploma
- Licensed customs broker
- Experience in customs
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, transporation, supply chain, or business

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $36,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $77,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.