Licensed Customs Broker Job at Yamato Transport USA Inc, Wood Dale, IL

  • Yamato Transport USA Inc
  • Wood Dale, IL

Job Description

Licensed Customs Broker

Yamato Transport USA, Inc. provides its customers with cross border business opportunities with fully maintained logistics, air freight, marine freight, customs brokerage, customer relocation, and express parcel delivery service.

Yamato Transport USA, Inc. is looking for self-driven and results-oriented individuals. As we grow our business domestically and internationally, we highly value individuals who can be an immediate asset to our company.

We offer Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, 401k, Medical/Dental Health Insurance, Holiday Bonus Program and an exciting Referral Bonus Program!

Job Description - The Brokerage Manager oversees all customs brokerage operations at CHICAGO, ensuring compliant and efficient import processing. This role manages entry teams, communicates with government agencies and clients, and drives performance, compliance, and business growth. The Brokerage Manager ensures adherence to U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) regulations, oversees daily entry operations, and provides leadership in customs compliance and client service.

Job Responsibilities - Prepare, review, and file customs declarations, entry documents, and post-entry amendments in accordance with CBP regulations. Classify products based on HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) codes and determine correct duty rates and trade program eligibility. Ensure compliance with U.S. customs laws, import/export regulations, and partner government agency requirements (FDA, USDA, EPA, etc.). Provide clients with regulatory guidance, compliance updates, tariff changes, and trade agreement applications (e.g., USMCA). Coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers, government officials, and internal teams to facilitate timely release and shipment delivery. Maintain current knowledge of customs law, trade regulations, and industry developments. Manage customs audits, binding rulings, post-summary corrections, protests, and recordkeeping compliance. Investigate and resolve customs-related issues, holds, or discrepancies. Train staff on customs processes, compliance standards, and documentation requirements. Maintain broker license in good standing, including CE requirements and compliance.

Basic Qualifications - Active U.S. Customs Broker License (mandatory) Strong knowledge of: Import regulations and CBP requirements HTS, classification, and valuation rules PGA regulations (FDA, USDA, DOT, FTC, etc.) Incoterms and international logistics processes Proficiency in customs brokerage systems & trade compliance software (e.g., ACE, ABI systems) Excellent communication and client-service skills Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and accuracy in data processing

Preferred Qualifications - Experience with global trade compliance or export controls (EAR/ITAR) Knowledge of bonded warehouse and FTZ procedures Prior experience handling customs audits and compliance programs (C-TPAT, ISF, etc.) Multilingual ability (preferred but not required) Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience

Salary Range - $90K - $110K DOE

Overtime Required (Yes or No) - No

Travel Required (Yes or No. If Yes, how often.) - Yes

Full time or Part time and Scheduled Work Hours - Full Time

Yamato Transport USA Inc

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Fixed term contract, Immediate start, Relocation

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