Import Specialist I

This is a remote role supporting Eastern Standard Time with a Monday through Friday 8:00AM5:00PM schedule.

This position is primarily responsible for processing and assimilating customer data to support the movement of goods between international borders.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Prepares important documents for customs (i.e. bonds, bills, classifyrelease and reports), including OGAs.

  Produces relative documentation to secure the release of import consolidations from carriers; handles all turnover documents to other brokers, as well as internal transfer and inbond movements.

  Manages all turnover documentation for other brokers, along with internal transfers and inbond movements.

  Handles confidential information.

  Crosstrains in additional responsibilities.

  Performs additional duties as assigned by management.

  
  May be required to successfully complete the following courses within twelve months:

  IATA Dangerous Goods, IATA Basic Export, CFR49 Dangerous Goods, CFR 15 Export Regulation, and IMDG Dangerous Goods.

  Required Qualification:

  • High school DiplomaGED

    1+ year(s) of brokerage experience

    Preferred Qualification:

    • Certified Customs Brokerage certification

      Previous EDI experience

      Previous PGA experience

      Competencies:

      All Deringer employees should be fully committed to the Core Values:

      Passion, Respect, Integrity, Expertise, Innovative Solutions, Relationships, Support, Determination, Value and a High Level of Accountability

      In addition, the following competencies are specific to this position:

      Analytical – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; demonstrates ability to multitask and establish priorities.

      Customer Oriented – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; demonstrates ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

      Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; takes responsibility for own actions; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

      Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

      Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

      Work Standards – Sets high standards and welldefined realistic goals for one’s self; displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing tasks in a timely manner; demonstrates ability to work independently; meets deadlines and handles large volumes of work.

      
      Ready to join our team?
      
      A.N. Deringer offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans in addition to many excellent voluntary health and wellness benefits. We offer generous paid time off, including paid holidays and promote flexibility in your work environment to assure a positive integration of work and life.

      Disclaimer:

      The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Deringer reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.