Customs Specialist

Customs Specialist

Employment Type: W2 Contract through Jefferson Wells
Pay Rate: Negotiable; approximately $38-45/hour W2 depending on experience
Position Overview

Jefferson Wells is partnering with a client to identify a Customs Specialist for a short-term contract engagement (approximately 6 weeks - possibility of conversion to perm). This role requires strong hands-on U.S. customs experience and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment. The specialist will support day-to-day customs operations, including inbox management, broker coordination, and issue resolution at the border. Canadian customs exposure is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to U.S. and Canadian customs inbox inquiries
• Coordinate with customs brokers to resolve clearance issues
• Support issue resolution, including:
  • Documentation gaps
  • Tariff and classification questions
  • Border holds or delays
• Provide audit support as needed
• Assist with ad-hoc customs projects based on experience and business needs
• Work toward operating independently with minimal oversight by the end of the contract

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong customs experience is critical (core requirement)
• U.S. customs experience required
• Canadian customs experience is a strong plus
• Experience supporting:
  • Customs inbox management
  • Broker coordination
  • Border issue resolution
  • Audit preparation or support
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Customs broker license (helpful, not required)
• Prior experience supporting audits or special customs initiatives

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.