AIR/OCEAN IMPORT ANALYST - US - Willson International : Job Details

SummaryLooking for a career, at a company where you love to work, all while working from the comfort of home? Are the fine details your bread and butter? Do you want to be part of a growing organization, on a team that's interested in your development?Willson International is a Customs Brokerage and Third-Party Logistics organization. At Willson, we're creating an environment that empowers our people to reach their full potential, while embracing your strengths and ambitions. Whether it's developing new skills, opportunities to innovate and grow, or the flexibility to enjoy the moments that matter with your loved ones, Willson International is the place for you.Location: Remote from New York, Michigan, or TexasShift - Monday - Friday 8am - 4pmDescription of RoleAs a Air - Ocean Import Analyst, you are responsible for ensuring that air and ocean imports are cleared promptly and efficiently through US Customs & Border Protection through the coordination of import and export shipping activities necessary to release freight

• Strong working knowledge of US Customs & Border Protection and Participating Government Agency (PGAs) procedures in both air and ocean environments
• Various Ports of entry including local and Remote Location Filing (RLF)
• Experience with Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration is an asset.
• Creates and files customs entries; local and via RLF
• Resolve inland transactions that have moved from the northern border in-bond.
• Maintain broker agent relationships and coordinate release with agent when necessary
• Track vessels and flights to ensure timely filing of appropriate release documentation
• Preparation of Deliver Orders when necessary
• Classification of incoming commodities may be required
• A high level of customer service is required. Responsible for communication with CBP and PGAs to ensure timely updates are provided to customers
• Importer Security Filing (ISF) and standalone Prior Notice experience is an asset

Knowledge and Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum 3-5 years releasing goods in a customs brokerage environment
• Customer Service experience in an office environment
• Exposure to the Transportation industry an asset
• CCS certification an asset
• Proficiency in MS Office and database skills
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written is required
• Problem solving, accuracy, attention to detail is required

Why you'll love it at Willson

• We've been selected as a Top 100 Small-Medium Employer in Canada!
• Work-from-home environment, with a home internet reimbursement
• 3 weeks vacation for all new hires
• 401K Program
• We care about your loved ones too - that's why we offer family medical benefit coverage.
• Change is crucial to success - it's never a dull moment here! We offer trainings, and cover the cost of certifications so you can adapt to change with your best foot forward
• #Oneteam is essential to our corporate identity - we only succeed if we work together. That's why we take the time to recognize the value of our staff and celebrate the big moments together (like service anniversaries, weddings, and cute things, like puppies and babies).

Monday to Friday 8am-4pm