Customs Specialist

Your Gateway to Careers in Commercial Maritime From ports and policy to finance and fleet operations, the commercial maritime industry offers dynamic opportunities across a wide range of specialties. NYMAR connects you with open positions from leading organizations around the world. These listings reflect the diversity and depth of the sector—whether you’re launching your career or seeking your next big move. As a Customs Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to optimise logistics to keep our global supply chains running smoothly. But the impact of your work goes beyond that. Your expertise helps ensure that a global product launch happens on time—such as ethically sourced beauty and bath products stocked at local stores for consumers’ self‑care routines. It is import and export work, but it is also so much more than we imagine. Reporting to the Customs Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the compliant and timely cross‑border movement of goods. This role prepares and validates import documentation, calculates applicable duties and taxes, and submits accurate electronic entries in accordance with regulatory requirements. You will also serve as a key liaison between importers, carriers, and government agencies—including U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)—to facilitate customs clearance, resolve issues, and minimize shipment delays. How you create impact Preparation of all documents necessary to clear merchandise through U.S. Customs & Border Protection, PGA’s (Participating Governmental Agencies i.e. FDA, EPA, DOT, FCC, Fish and Wildlife) Ensure timely arrival and readiness to work at your assigned starting time Process shipments within department guidelines according to NBSC Customer list/Controlling branch instructions Ensure timely and accurate input of all data/information necessary to process and facilitate shipments through U.S. Customs and PSG’s Classify goods according to the customers SOP’s and/or instructions Check Cargowise “buckets” daily to ensure all steps in entry/brokerage processes are being followed Document review and assessment for accuracy, verification of critical data elements for entry processing Scanning, archiving of entry document images and communicate entry # and entry status to carrier Communicate documentation discrepancies to supervisor and/or controlling branch Request or compile any necessary import documentation from client Manage and assist to resolve all customer queries and ensure resolution of all problems Interact closely with internal customers/departments to ensure customer service levels are achieved Achieve minimum prescribed hours of training each year What we would like you to bring HS Diploma or Bachelors degree is desirable 2+ years of experience in Customs brokerage handling import shipments Proficiency in customs brokerage software (e.g., Cargowise) and Microsoft Office Suite is an asset Knowledge on Incoterms, CBP regulations, FDA Prior Notice, and other HTSUS Classification import processes. Ability to multi-task, attention to detail, analyze complex regulatory requirements, and ensure 100% compliance What's in it for you At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The hourly wage range for this position is between $26.44 and $29.00. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in specific process [e.g., screening applications, interview scheduling]. These tools analyze information to support decision-making, but final decisions are made by human reviewers. Who we are Logistics shapes everyday life—from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life‑saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine. Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment). Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending on individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel. Becoming a member of NYMAR means being part of a dynamic community at the forefront of the maritime industry. Whether you’re an established corporation or an individual professional, NYMAR offers unparalleled opportunities to connect, grow, and shape the future of maritime commerce in the greater New York area and beyond. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nymar