**Active U.S. Customs Broker License (Required)
Position: Licensed Customs Broker
Location: Torrance, CA
Industry: Logistics / Freight Forwarding
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $75,000 – $80,000 (DOE)
Position Summary
Our client, a Japanese company is seeking a Licensed Customs Broker. This role will oversee customs clearance operations and compliance for the branch’s import department, working closely with logistics, operations, and government agencies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and experienced in handling end-to-end customs brokerage activities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Customs Clearance & Compliance
- Handle all aspects of customs clearance, including entry writing and operational support
- Prepare, submit, and manage entries with U.S. Customs and other government agencies
- Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, federal requirements, and agency filings (CBP, FDA, USDA, Fish & Wildlife, etc.)
- Classify invoices accurately and clear shipments, including RLF processing
- Oversee compliance matters for the branch’s import department
Operations & Coordination
- Work closely with Logistics and Operations teams to resolve shipment and clearance issues
- Coordinate with U.S. Customs and other government agencies as required
- Support air and ocean import freight release activities
- Assist with billing accuracy and resolve logistical problems efficiently
Systems, Reporting & Supervision
- Utilize ABI systems and maintain accurate electronic records
- Support ISO-related processes (preferred)
- Provide supervisory support when applicable
- Contribute to business growth by identifying and securing new freight-related opportunities
- Monitor local market trends and support revenue and sales goals
Qualifications
- Active U.S. Customs Broker License (Required)
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience with international freight forwarding strongly preferred
- Knowledge of U.S. Customs Tariff and government agency filing requirements (FDA, USDA, Fish & Wildlife, etc.)
- Experience with air and ocean import freight release
- Proficiency with ABI systems and general computer literacy
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented, customer-focused, and able to work well under pressure
- Ability to multitask, manage billing accurately, and resolve logistical issues
- Prior experience in Customer Service or Operations within international transportation (2+ years preferred)
- Supervisory experience and ISO knowledge are a plus