Customs Brokerage Processor
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At Cameleon, we believe happiness at work starts with the right match between the right role, the right company, the right leader, and an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally.
Our mission is simple: helping talented professionals find opportunities where they can grow, contribute, and build meaningful careers.
Today, we are looking for a Customs Brokerage Processor to join a dynamic customs brokerage and logistics team. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with international trade documentation, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your career.
Your Next Challenge
Location :
Buffalo, NY | Rouses Point, NY | Garden City, NY
Employment Type
- Permanent full-time position
- Office-based role
- Fast-paced and collaborative environment
Available Shifts :
Monday to Friday (1:00pm - 9:00 pm or 4:00 pm to mid-night)
Tuesday to Friday ( 4:00 pm- 12:00 am) Saturday ( 2:pm to 10pm)
Compensation
- Buffalo, NY: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
- Rouses Point, NY: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
- New York City Area: $25.60 - $35.00 per hour
Your Work Environment
As a Customs Brokerage Processor, you will join an operations team that plays a critical role in facilitating the movement of goods across international borders.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with customs documentation, reviewing detailed information, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating with various stakeholders involved in the import process.
You will collaborate closely with Client Representatives, technical specialists, government agencies, carriers, and clients to ensure shipments are processed accurately and efficiently.
What Your Days Will Look Like
As a Customs Brokerage Processor, you will play a key role in preparing and processing import documentation for submission to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing import shipment files and validating required documentation.
- Ensuring commercial invoices, packing lists, manifests, trade agreement documentation, and PGA requirements are complete and accurate.
- Identifying missing information and coordinating follow-up with internal teams.
- Determining the value for duty and applying valuation adjustments when required.
- Recommending appropriate tariff treatment.
- Identifying and assigning the correct tariff classification codes for imported goods.
- Ensuring compliance with all ACE reporting requirements.
- Prioritizing urgent files and maintaining workflow efficiency.
- Supporting PAPS call center operations when required.
- Communicating with customs authorities, government agencies, carriers, and internal stakeholders.
- Performing additional administrative and clerical duties as needed.
The Must-Haves
We're looking for someone who has:
- A vocational, technical, or equivalent post-secondary education.
- A minimum of 3 years of customs brokerage experience.
- Strong knowledge of customs documentation and import processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A customer-service-oriented mindset.
- The ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy.
- A high level of attention to detail.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to quickly learn new systems and software.
Assets That Will Make You Stand Out
- Experience with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
- Knowledge of ACE reporting requirements.
- Familiarity with FDA and Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements.
- Experience supporting PAPS operations.
- Knowledge of tariff classification and customs valuation methodologies.
6 Great Reasons to Apply!
✅ Join a team that plays a vital role in international trade and customs compliance.
✅ Develop your expertise in customs documentation, tariff classification, and regulatory compliance.
✅ Work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are exactly the same.
✅ Collaborate with experienced customs and logistics professionals.
✅ Enjoy a position that offers autonomy, responsibility, and opportunities for continuous learning.
✅ Build a long-term career within a growing industry that supports global commerce.
Ready for the Next Step?
If this Customs Brokerage Processor opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you.
Your next career adventure may start here!