Senior Customs Coordinator at Epson America Inc in Los Alamitos, California

Job Description:

Epson America is a leading manufacturer in the printer, professional imaging, projector, scanner, system devices, and factory automation categories.
The Sr. Customs Coordinator is responsible for preparing international shipping documents that control import and export documentation and clearing US Customs for inbound ocean and air shipments. Collaborates with/Key Customers, US Customs and all other government related offices, Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS), EAI Warehouses and Distribution Centers, Customer Account Services, Latin America Operations, and Canada Operations.

Responsibilities

• Process import customs entries within the company stated KPIs


• Process ISF filings as required by US Customs


• Reconciliation of Cost adjustments


• Determine accurate tariff classification for imported goods


• Ensure compliance of Customs regulations at all times


• Monitor import shipments and update ETA's or any other pertinent data related to import cargo movement on reports and in SAP system.


• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned


• Adhere to policies and procedures for custom clearance operations


• Audits import files to ensure accurate data entry in GTS and ensure it meets all compliance regulations


• Communicates with internal departments relating to status of import products

Document Preparation

• Prepares export shipping documents for international shipments to ensure compliance with Customs and all other government related offices requirements


• Reviews daily orders placed on export hold, recommends if order can be released, and releases order as approved (e.g., dealing with a regulated chemical, denied person/country, controlled software)

Administrative Support

• Ensures completeness of import and export files prior to arranging for data imaging and offsite storage


• Prepares wire transfer payment requests to carriers in advance of container arrival


• Coordinate with warehouses regarding delivery orders and container pick up


• Coordinate with freight forwarders regarding export documentation and completeness of shipper's export declarations (SED)


• Position requires overtime during peak times or as business needs dictate

Skills & Qualification

• 5- 8 years of customs brokerage related experience


• Customs Brokers License desired


• Experience within a corporate environment


• Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent experience (B.A or B.S)


• Understanding all the elements of an import and export customs desk


• Understanding of transportation and brokerage documents


• Proactive in resolving problems and taking initiative to see them through

Epson America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.