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Customs Specialist (Second Shift) - Laredo, TX

United StatesOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Business
  • Supply Chain Management
  • compliance-first mindset
  • integrity
  • regulatory adherence
  • problem-solver
  • adapt to new technology
  • tight deadline
  • prioritize
  • minimal supervision

Nice to have

  • global trade
  • international trade
  • logistics partners
  • thought leader

Role summary

Flexport is seeking a Customs Specialist for its core Customs team, focusing on global trade operations. This role involves ensuring goods comply with international regulations, managing essential customs clearance documents, and collaborating with clients and logistics partners. The specialist will leverage Flexport's technology to optimize processes and provide data insights. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a strong compliance mindset, problem-solving skills, adaptability to new technology, and excellent organizational and communication abilities. This is an onsite role in Laredo, TX, working the second shift (4 PM - Midnight CST).

About Flexport:

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

Your Launchpad into Global Trade

The opportunity

As a Customs Specialist, you won't just be starting a job; you'll be starting a career at the heart of international trade. You'll join our core Customs team—a product poised for more than 10x growth in the next five years—and play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. You'll be on the front lines, working with clients, shippers, and government agencies to clear goods across international borders. Forget old-school logistics; here, you'll use Flexport's state-of-the-art technology to automate processes and set new industry standards. You’ll be surrounded by industry leaders in a vibrant, supportive environment that’s built on teamwork and innovation. We invest in our people with continuous learning opportunities to help you grow into a thought leader in the customs field. This position is based in the Laredo, TX area and will work the second shift, 4pm CST - Midnight.

What you’ll do

  • Become a global trade expert by navigating the complex world of customs regulations to ensure goods comply with international laws.
  • Keep supply chains moving by managing the essential documents and data needed for smooth customs clearance to CBP.
  • Build your client management skills by collaborating with international clients and logistics partners, providing them with timely information and support.
  • Drive innovation by using Flexport's technology to optimize customs processes and provide data to clients.
  • Sharpen your strategic thinking by participating in client business reviews and operational calls, gaining direct exposure to high-level strategy.
  • Embrace continuous improvement by following—and helping us improve—our standard operating procedures to make our work even smarter.
  • This role is for you if you…

  • Recently earned a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Have a "compliance-first" mindset, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and regulatory adherence
  • Are a natural problem-solver who pays close attention to the details.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment, can adapt to new technology, and aren't afraid of a tight deadline.
  • Are a master of organization who can prioritize and manage a large volume of tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Are an excellent communicator (both verbal and written) who seeks out and welcomes feedback to grow.
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