FedEx Trade Networks is seeking to fill Release and Classification Analyst positions in Kimball, MI. This position is responsible for arranging for the release of imported or exported merchandise from customs custody and completes the preparation of the CF7501 entry summary utilizing online applications including customer product databases and customer profile databases as well as manual preparation ensuring compliance with customs regulations and admissibility. This position also audits computer selected entries prior to submission to customs.
This position is for 1st shift and may require work on weekends and holidays.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• High school diploma/equivalent;
• A working knowledge of customs regulations regarding merchandise admissibility, marking requirements, and other government agency requirements preferred;
• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions;
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers;
• Good mathematical skills;
• Must be able to use an alpha and numeric keyboard proficiently;
• One (1) year experience in classification or related activities desired, with a high level of performance

• Analyzes import and export documentation to determine admissibility, arrange for the type of release required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submits appropriate documents as required by CBP. In addition, submits required information to all other government agencies.
• Contacts carriers, customers, CBP and other parties to facilitate the release of imported merchandise. In addition, handles inquiries from these parties regarding the clearance status of the imported merchandise.
• Analyzes documentation provided to determine the harmonized tariff number and whether the shipment qualifies for special tariff treatment, NAFTA, reduced duty rates and ensures all government agency regulations are followed. Also ensures that the required information is submitted or transmitted electronically.
• Determines the proper entered value, in addition to, the responsible customer for our services and fees to be billed.
• Contacts customers to resolve questions regarding proper tariff classification, other government agency requirements, NAFTA and other special programs applicability, or entered value calculation.
• Reviews entries identified by a computer audit application or CBP automated broker interface for accuracy and CBP compliance. This includes correcting errors when appropriate or referring files to Release and Classification team members for correction.
• Identifies and refers files to Technical Services or Customer Account Management departments on issues of compliance, merchandise admissibility.
• Compiles a daily and weekly report of activities and statistical information required for a company wide quality measurement report.
• The release function of this position may require working three shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays. It may also involve the assignment of activities at more than one office location and working unsupervised.
• Where applicable, perform reconciliation activities including monitoring reports and customer submissions to ensure accurate and timely filing, operating computer applications to create reconciliation entry header, association file and spreadsheet data, preparing package for timely submission to CBP, initiating billing of service fees and payment to CBP, and maintaining records for regulatory requirements.
• The incumbent (s) of this position is expected to perform all other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• High school diploma/equivalent;
• A working knowledge of customs regulations regarding merchandise admissibility, marking requirements, and other government agency requirements preferred;
• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions;
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers;
• Good mathematical skills;
• Must be able to use an alpha and numeric keyboard proficiently;
• One (1) year experience in classification or related activities desired, with a high level of performance.

HS Diploma or GED required. 6 months of brokerage or transportation experience and/or customer service experience preferred. MS Office, Outlook, Office equipment (phone, fax, photocopier, printer, scanner) required.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. Organizational Skills. Inter-personal skills. Problem solving Skills.
Handle high volume of work. Handle time sensitive work. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Detail oriented. Knowledge in HTS classification & familiar with the harmonized tariff system. Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations & other federal regulations and requirements with respect to specific area of expertise. Paid Training Provided.
Preferred Qualifications: This position is 2nd Shift, Sunday-Thursday 3pm-11pm. This position will follow a Hybrid work schedule. There will be some opportunity to work from home, and some work will be done from our facility in Kimball, MI.