Customs Declarant

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in BS Customs Administration or supply chain related field
• Professional written and verbal English communication skills are required
• At least (2) year working experience in Freight Forwarding, Customs or Logistics (Import and Export)
• Highly knowledgeable on Customs processes and laws
• Proficiency in computer and other productivity tools
• Strong sense of responsibility; ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Client oriented, strong interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude dealing with people
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong team player who can manage multiple stakeholders
• Adept at creating content that will effectively engage audiences.
• Excellent time, organizational, and self-management skills
• Quick-thinking, keen to details, with excellent crisis management skills
• Proactive and adaptable to changing work environments

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for accurate tariff classification, lodgement of shipments
• Perform accurate documentation, customs clearance, processing and timely release of Import shipments from customs custody
• Submitting shipping documents to customs or brokers for customs processing
• Assist in computation, filing, and payment of Bureau of Customs duties and taxes
• Monitor shipment departure, arrival, and clearance statuses to ensure prompt release of shipment
• Expedite release of shipments by following up and coordinating with stakeholders responsible for customs processing
• Coordinate customs clearance status with logistics arm to ensure proper communication of information and timely delivery of each shipment
• Inform logistics arm and clients when a potential demurrage or detention event could occur
• Performs other related activities that may be assigned by immediate supervisor