Foreign Trade Zone Supervisor

  • Full-time

Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

  • 19,000 trained professionals
  • 300+ locations worldwide
  • Fortune 500
  • Globally unified systems

Job Description

As a FTZ Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising the day-to-day FTZ Operations and staff. Support transition and retention of customers.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Utilize dashboards, reports and desk checks to ensure timeliness of file logging, entry/admission/withdrawal filing and billing.
  • Ensure the team's activities are in compliance with the regulations of local Customs laws and Partner Government Agencies (PGA)
  • Ensure the team is compliant with the Process Standards and works within the SOP requirements of the client(s)
  • Ensure the team operates in accordance with the policies and procedures of Expeditors
  • Ensure our clients are receiving an exceptional level of customer service
  • Manage team dashboards and productivity. Also, join conference calls and/or pilot programs as designated by management
  • Assist team members with problem solving and customer service
  • Perform entry/admission/withdrawal audits and implement corrective actions
  • Ability to perform all of the functions performed by FTZ CSRs including but not limited to processing entries/admissions/withdrawals, meeting KPI's, working with Customs & PGA's, etc.
  • Ensure all team members are cross trained and that each client has a primary and backup CSRs are assigned.
  • Create SOPs and transitioning new clients within the team
  • Periodically review existing SOPs for accuracy and update or send to agent to update as necessary
  • Ensure all team members are following Expeditors' credit and OCL process.
  • Review rate schedules for accuracy
  • Ensure all files are billed timely, accurately and accounting discrepancies are resolved
  • Ensure proper usage of GL codes
  • Monitor overtime
  • Review profitability and productivity - with a goal of eliminating waste
  • Keep team's morale at a high level and maintain a low level of unplanned turnover
  • Train, Motivate, Challenge and Mentor other employees
  • Have routine team meetings with all members of your team to ensure everyone is aware of changes, updates to regulations, etc.
  • Prepare Annual Employee Reviews and 1 on 1s for members of your team.
  • Ensure all team members meet or exceed training requirements and deadlines

Qualifications

  • At least 3 years of Customs/FTZ Brokerage Experience with Expeditors' Internal System
  • At least 1-2 years of lead/supervisory experience
  • Well-rounded knowledge of the HTSUS
  • Well-rounded knowledge of the Title 19 of the Code of Federal Regulations
  • Well-rounded knowledge of the Foreign-Trade Zones Manual
  • Knowledge and experience with Participating Government Agencies
  • The ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly and effectively
  • Strong Management Skills
  • Must be able to commute to the Pullman/El Paso Facility
  • High School Degree or equivalent required
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Must have the ability to work overtime and/or weekends in support of the department needs
  • Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and verbal
  • Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)
  • Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills
  • Familiarity with 10-key usage
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized
  • Demonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and action
  • Strong organizational Skills
  • Analytical with a strong attention to detail
  • Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
  • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
  • Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability
  • Comfortable working in a professional business environment
  • Proven ability and desire to learn new software and technologies
  • Knowledge of Expeditors Internal System Preferred
  • Undergraduate Degree Preferred
  • Customs Brokerage License or Actively pursuing and taking the exam

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

  • Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
  • Health Plan: Medical
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Training and Personnel Development Program
  • Growth opportunities within the company
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