Customs Brokerage Specialist

Job Title: Customs Brokerage Specialist

Job Location: Dallas, Texas or El Paso, TX

DHL Global Forwarding manages the flow of goods and information across a customer’s global supply chain utilizing air/ocean/ground transportation, customs brokerage services, and dedicated warehousing/distribution centers.

We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries.

Visit our career site on the web at http://www.dhl-usa.com/en/careers/jobs.html

We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Customs Brokerage Specialist in our FTZ Team in Dallas, TX or El Paso, TX.  In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the completion of customs entry documentation into the customs database system on behalf of our customers.

Come join our DHL team and establish a career with the largest global transportation and logistics company!

Key Responsibilities:



* FTZ Compliance: Ensure compliance with customs laws and regulations specific to operating within a Foreign Trade Zone.

Stay up-to-date with changes in FTZ regulations and implement necessary measures to maintain compliance.


* FTZ Documentation: Prepare and review FTZ-related documentation, including admission applications, zone status reports, and other required customs paperwork.

Maintain accurate records and ensure proper retention of FTZ-related documents.


* FTZ Receiving and Shipping: Manage the receiving and shipping of goods within the FTZ, including coordination with internal teams, customs brokers, and logistics providers.

Ensure proper documentation and compliance with FTZ regulations for inbound and outbound shipments.


* Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with internal teams, including procurement, logistics, and operations, to gather necessary information and ensure smooth FTZ operations.

Communicate with customs authorities, FTZ administrators, and external partners as needed.


* Risk Management: Identify and assess potential customs compliance risks within the FTZ and develop and implement mitigation strategies.

Monitor and investigate incidents or non-compliance issues related to FTZ operations.


* Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and efficiency gains within the FTZ

Skills and Qualifications:

·       Prior experience working in customs brokerage, trade compliance within the logistics or supply chain industry or related roles (e.g., import/export operations, freight forwarding) is highly preferred


*  Experience with interpreting regulations, preferably tariff classifications, duties, and taxes, is also highly preferred (but not required)

·       Familiarity with customs software programs or other types of electronic filing system is preferred


*   Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.


*   Proven ability to address and resolve issues as they arise


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