DX Data Team Lead

The following reflects managements definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Performing tasks safely

Ensuring area housekeeping requirements are met

Abiding by all OSHA rules and LOGISTEED America, Inc. safety practices

Meeting established procedures and productivity, safety and quality standards

Meeting attendance & punctuality standards

Uploading documents to the validation platform

Validating data extraction and information accuracy in the above-mentioned platform

Identifying exceptions and following proper procedure (general and/or customer-specific depending)

Pushing files to the TMS system (CargoWise) to create or update customs declarations

Competencies

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving / Analysis

Prioritize Tasks / Time Management

Communication Proficiency

Personal Effectiveness / Credibility

Multi-tasking

Strong organizational skills

High degree of accuracy

Strong business acumen

Supervisory Responsibility

Not applicable

Preferred Qualifications, Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities and Working Conditions

Previous Work Experience

Minimum 2+ years operational freight forwarding (customs brokerage) experience preferred

Education and Certifications

High school diploma / GED; Post-secondary education preferred

Experience Requirements and Preferences

Fluency in English required

Excellent verbal and written communications skills and phone etiquette

Effective, clear, and concise communication skills

Experience with CargoWise software preferred, but not required

Detail oriented with ability to solve problems independently as well as in a team environment

Proven ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Proven success in and improving quality, service, safety and client relationship in a fast-paced high-pressure setting

Proven competencies in Microsoft Office products

Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and regulations (OSHA)

Ability to pass all TSA background requirements

Knowledge of ISF filing

Ability to work flexible hours according to business needs

Knowledge of import brokerage procedures and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (Customs) and Participating Government Agency (PGA) requirements (including the clearance process, classification, and valuation) is preferred, but not required.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents

Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug test

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, bend crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity Statement

LOGISTEED America, Inc. is an equal opportunity organization. We abide by all applicable equal opportunity laws and regulations. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.