Customs Officer jobs in Columbia, SC

We are currently building a talent pool in anticipation of future growth and are seeking talented individuals to join us. While we may not have immediate openings, we are proactively looking for candidates who are interested in becoming part of our team when the time is right. If you are motivated, dedicated, and eager to make a difference, we encourage you to submit your application and be part of our talent pool for future opportunities. If you are passionate about your career and looking to join a dynamic team in a fast-growing company, then keep reading to learn more!

GHY International is a customs and trade services group designed to assist importers and exporters in trading throughout the world markets.  Founded in 1901, GHY is one of Canada’s oldest brokerage companies and has offices in Toronto, Emerson, Winnipeg, Calgary, Vancouver, North Dakota, and South Carolina.  GHY’s structure is designed around providing sustainable corporate growth, strong client service, and opportunity to GHY associates.  One of the most predominant aspects of our company culture is CARE.  It is ingrained in all we do; relationships matter to us.

Reporting to the Client Care Manager, the Customs Import Specialist is responsible for processing shipment releases for our clients in a timely and efficient manner, as well as providing outstanding service to our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor folder for entries assigned
• Process entries for ocean, air, truck & rail ensuring timely processing and submission to customs
• Process in-bonds, AES, prior notices and manifests to customs
• Process ISF
• Prioritize shipments by ETA for submission to customs
• Review all documents received ahead of processing to ensure entry package is complete
• Communicate internally
• Engage in carrier, vendor and client communication via telephone and email
• Monitor entry dashboards
• Communicate with Production Manager on moment of truth issues
• Other duties as required

A Successful Candidate Has:

• Ability to represent GHY and be the voice of the company while interacting with clients and colleagues in a professional, collaborative manner

• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently
• Attention to detail
• Basic mathematics
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Professional oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Understanding of Outlook, Word, Excel
• Ability to work within tight deadlines

Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12 Education

Working Conditions:

• Sitting at desk, 95%
• Standing at counter/machine, 5%

Position Classification:

• Wage dependent upon experience.

Location:        

• Pembina, ND  

Regular Work Hours: 

• Monday-Friday – between 7:00 am-5:00 pm CST (40 hrs. per week)
• One Stat Holiday will be required to be worked annually.

Start Date:     

• ASAP

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.