Summary: Seeking a proactive Licensed Customs Broker to lead the establishment of a new office, building operations and ensuring customs compliance. Highlights: 1. Lead the setup of a new office and establish operations from the ground up 2. Manage customs clearance, ensuring compliance with all regulations 3. Recruit, train, and manage a team of customs professionals 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 📚
Workable · HR
Workable · HR
