Customs Broker

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly qualified and licensed Customs Broker to establish and lead the customs brokerage division for Cstar Logistics in your country. This is a critical, hands-on role for a compliance expert who will be the cornerstone of our service delivery, ensuring all customs activities are efficient, compliant, and support our clients' supply chains. You will be the key internal and external expert on all customs matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance & Expertise: Serve as the primary expert on local customs regulations, tariffs, import/export restrictions, and free trade agreements.

• Declaration Management: Personally handle and oversee the accurate and timely preparation and submission of customs declarations for air, ocean, and road freight shipments (both import and export).

• License Holder: Act as the company's qualified and licensed customs broker, ensuring all activities are performed under your valid license and in full compliance with local law.

• Client Advisory: Provide expert advice to clients and the internal team on customs classification, valuation, duty optimization, and documentary requirements.

• Agency Liaison: Act as the main point of contact for customs authorities and other government agencies, managing audits, queries, and resolutions effectively.

• Process Setup: Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the customs brokerage process within the new country entity.

• Team Building: As the business grows, be prepared to recruit, train, and manage a team of customs declaration specialists.

Yêu cầu công việc

Qualifications and Experience

• Mandatory: A valid, local Customs Brokerage License for the respective country.

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in preparing and managing customs declarations for air, ocean, and road freight shipments.

• Proven experience in a customs brokerage role within a freight forwarding or logistics company.

• Experience in a start-up or new business environment is a significant advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Languages: Fluency in English Or Chinese is a strong plus.

• In-depth Regulatory Knowledge: Expert understanding of local customs laws, HS code classification, duty and tax structures, and preferential origin rules.

• Tech-Savvy: High proficiency in Windows OS, MS Office, and local customs declaration software/systems.

• Personal Qualities:

+ Trustworthy and impeccable integrity in handling compliance matters.

+ Hands-on and detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy.

+ Proactive in staying updated on regulatory changes and implementing them.

+ Positive and a collaborative team player, even in a high-pressure start-up environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve customs-related issues.

Quyền lợi

• Khác: A foundational role to build and lead the customs function for an international group. Competitive, negotiable salary package. Opportunity for professional growth. High level of autonomy