Release & Classification Specialist
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Job ID: 094968_04082014_ND Company Name: FedEx Trade Networks
Description:
FedEx Trade Networks provides import and export services that allow companies to reach markets throughout the world. They help customers of all sizes solve the intricacies of shipping goods globally by providing comprehensive international ocean and air freight forwarding, surface transportation and distribution, customs brokerage, trade and customs advisory services, and advanced e-commerce and trade facilitation solutions.
FedEx Trade Networks is seeking to fill a Release and Classification Specialist position in El Paso, TX. This position is responsible for providing customers the required entry services and promoting exceptional customer service by securing relationships with FedEx Trade Networks customers and carriers. The position facilitates all necessary releases, entry processing and hold functions to secure release of shipments in a timely and accurate manner according to regulations and time frames.
Essential duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
To arrange for the release of merchandise from customs custody. This position is also responsible for the completion of all types of classification activities, audit activities, the handling of entry rejects and the coordination of freight forwarding.
Analyzes documentation to determine admissibility and arranges for the type of release. Determines when documents are required by customs or other federal agencies and ensures they are present and correct. If not present, obtains information to prepare or arranges for the document to be provided.
Contacts carriers, clients, customs and other parties to facilitate the release of imported merchandise. Consults with customer and technical services personnel on questions of compliance, admissibility, classification, valuation, and client determination.
Answers inquiries by customs, clients and carriers regarding the clearance status of shipments. Arranges for the freight forwarding of merchandise on behalf of clients including the preparation of bills of lading and delivery arrangements. Assembles release files for forwarding to the classification area.
Completes the classification of imported merchandise by determining the proper tariff classification and associated duty rate, calculating the entered value, and making the client and fee determination.
Contacts clients to resolve questions concerning the proper tariff classification, value, or type of entry required.
Refers files to customer and technical service personnel on questions of compliance, merchandise admissibility, classification, valuation, or client determination. Determines when documents are required by customs, or other federal agencies and ensures they are present and correct. If not present, obtains information to prepare or arranges for the document to be provided.
Assembles documents for presentation to customs, retention in our file and for furtherance to our client. Reviews and corrects errors identified by the computer which prevent the entry from being printed.
Reviews entries prior to submission to customs for accuracy, documentation requirements and compliance with applicable customs and other federal agency regulations; takes corrective measures when required. Completes a daily report on classification and related activities.
Performs the daily audit of entry files to ensure correctness and takes the necessary action to correct errors. Reviews errors with appropriate manager/supervisor.
Review entry rejects from customs on a daily basis. Makes the necessary client contact, corrects errors, resubmits the entries on a timely basis and takes the necessary action to get corrections to company records made. Refers rejects (after correction) to the appropriate manager/supervisor for review.
Arranges for the freight forwarding of merchandise including the preparation of bills of lading, delivery arrangements and completion of our billing sheet.
Completes the classification of shipments for difficult or sensitive accounts by determining the proper classification and associated duty rate, calculating the entered value and making the client and fee determination. When applicable, serve external and internal customers and support operations by transporting freight, driving a company truck under 26,000 lbs., to ftn t&b warehouse, export, or customer location.
Where applicable, performs reconciliation activities including monitoring reports and customer submissions to ensure accurate and timely filing, operating computer applications to create reconciliation entry header, association file and spreadsheet data, preparing package for timely
submission to customs, initiating billing of service fees and payment to customs, and maintaining records for regulatory requirements.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
High School diploma/equivalent. Working knowledge of the tariff schedules, classification and billing records as well as general import requirements. Ability to analyze documents and make sound decisions. Good communication skills. Working knowledge of freight forwarding procedures and practices. Two (2) years experience in release, classification or related fields or with a high level performance.
FedEx Trade Networks offers a challenging work environment with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
Requirements:
Licenses/Certifications NONE
Skills Strong Analytical Skills, Strong Communications Skills, TECHNICAL SKILLS, Excellent Communications Skills, High School Diploma/G.E.D, Brokerage Systems
Field of Interest Customs Brokerage Operations Support
Job Type Full Time
Location(s) of Position TX-EL PASO
Relevant Years Experience Required 2 years
Maximum Percent Travel Required No Travel
Preferred Language English