Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Licensed Customs Broker to lead the establishment of our new office in Charlotte, NC. This role is ideal for a dynamic professional with a startup mentality 💡, ready to build operations from the ground up 🏗️—including obtaining the necessary company licensing and setting up compliant processes 📋.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
🏢 Office Establishment & Licensing:
- Lead the setup of the Charlotte office, ensuring all local and federal requirements are met
- Obtain and maintain the necessary company licenses to operate as a customs brokerage
📦 Customs Compliance & Operations:
- Manage customs clearance processes for imports and exports, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- File entries and process customs documentation accurately and timely 🕒
- Communicate with CBP and other government agencies as needed 📞
- Advise clients on customs compliance and tariff classifications 📘
- Stay updated on changes in customs regulations and policies 📡
- Coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers, and warehouse teams 🚛
- Maintain records per customs requirements and company policies 🗂️
- Maintain internal customs software and integration to Customs 💻
👥 Team Leadership & Development:
- Recruit, train, and manage a team of customs professionals as the office grows 🌱
- Foster a culture of compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement 🧠
Requirements
📋 Qualifications
- ✅ Active U.S. Customs Broker License (required)
- ✅ 3+ years of customs brokerage or import/export compliance experience
- ✅ Strong knowledge of HTS classification, valuation, and PGA regulations (FDA, USDA, EPA, etc.)
- ✅ Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- ✅ Experience with ACE and customs software systems (preferred)
- ✅ Highly organized and detail-oriented
- ✅ Proven ability to work independently and in a startup environment
🌟 Preferred Attributes
- Experience in establishing new offices or departments 🏗️
- Familiarity with obtaining company licenses for customs brokerage operations 📄
- Ability to navigate and implement processes in a startup setting ⚙️
Benefits
💼 Compensation & Benefits
- Standard medical, dental, and vision coverage 🏥
- 401(k) plan with company match 💼
- Paid time off and company holidays 🌴
- Career development opportunities 📚
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Local area,