Customs Associate

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make it easy and accessible for everyone. We’re shaping the future of a $8.6T 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. At a valuation of $8 billion, we’re experiencing record growth and 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.

Help streamline client’s customs processes

The opportunity:

Flexport is experiencing massive growth with 3,500+ Flexporters across 20+ global offices and warehouses. And we’re just getting started.

With revenue growing at breakneck speed, Flexport is looking for Global Customs Associates to join our Customs Team. This is a great position for hard-working, detail-oriented professionals looking to develop their career in the international trade industry.  You'll be working alongside and learning from some of the smartest people in the logistics industry as we challenge the status quo and reduce the friction in global trade.

You will:

• Make US Customs entries under US Customs law for high profile clients
• Digitally prepare and file all documentation required for goods to clear US Customs
• Maintain up to date knowledge of all regulations and procedures of the US Customs, FDA, USDA and other Partnering Government Agencies (PGAs)
• Review and organize incoming documents to ensure compliance with US Customs and PGA reporting requirements
• Provide necessary documents to partner government agencies, including but not limited to FDA, FCC and USDA

You should have:

• Experience as a Customs Entry Writer 
• BA/BS degree preferred 
• Familiarity with U.S. Customs product classification and rulings
• Experience working with a customs brokerage or freight forwarder
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Next-level logistical problem-solving skills
• An obsession with client happiness. You succeed when they succeed.
• Courage to challenge the status quo when logic and reason require it. See something broken? Fix it.
• A mastery of email communication. You keep the inbox at zero.
• High level of computer literacy. No paper. All digital.

Worried about not having any logistics experience? 

Don’t be! Our mission is to make global trade easy for everyone. That’s why it’s important to bring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences together with our industry veterans to help move the global logistics industry forward.

We know this industry is complex. That’s why we invest in education starting day one with Flexport Academy, a one week intensive onboarding program designed specifically to set every new Flexport employee up for success. 

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global trade easy for everyone relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. That is why Flexport is committed to creating and nurturing an environment where anyone can be their authentic self. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Last updated on Sep 21, 2023