DAMCO is one of the world’s leading providers of freight forwarding and supply chain management services. For more than 100 years, we have been providing our customers with transportation and logistics solutions that support the way they want to do business, wherever they are in the world.As VAS Operation Junior – Continuous Improvement Support, you will be able to bring your experience to the team and work in a pleasant work environment.We OfferYou will be reporting to the VAS Team Leader.You will be given the opportunity to express your ideas and mentored to understand the Company processes and build a strong career.Key ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities
- Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow;
- Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operating systems;
- Assist with verification of customs declaration information and the submission of such to the customs authority;
- Interact with customs authorities to address any cases and questions that may arise during the customs clearing process;
- Attend any customs inspections or present and clarify documents to customs authorities when such are requested;
- Act as the liaison between the customs authorities (or other government agencies and customers);
- Ensure timely customs clearance of cargo to customer for Transit, Import and Export shipments;
- Verify documents received for Import and Export customs purposes are compliant and correct;
- Ensure compliance at all times to regulations. This includes internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards and external government regulations (eg. Authorized Economic Operator) or customer policies / requirements;
- Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency;
- Keep up to date on all regulatory requirements governing the import and export of goods. This includes but is not limited to customs procedures for imports and exports, other government agency requirements i.e. health, agricultural, police and military, export controls and prohibited and restricted goods. Meet KPI standards, as per the company’s procedures;
- Overseas communications, timely responses to emails, Lync and phone and requests (internal and external);
Who we are looking forPosition Qualifications
- In possession of Licensed Broker Certificate;
- Minimum 5 year related experience;
- Good knowledge and understanding of: Customs brokerage process, systems Legislation, especially with regards to classification, valuation and origin;
- Understanding and knowledge of Ocean, Air, Distribution and Transportation documentation and processes;
- Good knowledge and understanding of incoterms;
- Be a team player and have the ability to listen, comprehend and effectively communicate to obtain positive results;
- Pro-active and strong organizational skills;
- Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PPP and Outlook);
- Fluent in English
