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Customs Specialist
Flexport · Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Dallas, Texas, United States; Denver, Colorado, United States
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What Flexport asks for
From Flexport's Customs Specialist ad, checked 3 Nov 2026.
Customs compliance and filing
Managing data and essential documents to clear goods through Customs and Border Protection while following all legal regulations.
Client and partner management
Providing support and updates to international clients and logistics partners, including participation in strategic business reviews.
Process optimization and technology
Using digital tools to automate customs workflows and improving standard operating procedures for smarter ways of working.
Task prioritization and deadlines
Managing a high volume of tasks and meeting strict deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting.
The ad asks for a recent bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Listed locations are Atlanta, Dallas, and Denver.
How the example answers the ad
Customs compliance and filing
“Managed daily data entry for customs filings across 15 high-volume client accounts”
Handling data entry for filings across 15 accounts shows the filing and data management aspect of customs compliance and filing.
Task prioritization and deadlines
“Managed high-volume customs documentation for 500 plus monthly shipments with 99.9 percent accuracy”
Processing more than 500 shipments each month with high accuracy shows the ability to manage a high volume of tasks for the task prioritization and deadlines requirement.
Client and partner management
“Tracked 50 plus active shipments daily, providing updates to internal teams and external customers”
Monitoring over 50 daily shipments while giving updates to external customers shows the client and partner management requirement.
Process optimization and technology
“Reduced average clearance wait times by 12 percent through the implementation of automated HTS classification software”
Applying automated classification software to lower wait times by 12 percent covers the digital tools and workflow improvement parts of process optimization and technology.
The whole example as text
Victor Nguyen · Customs Specialist
Summary
Customs Specialist with 4 years of experience in global trade operations and compliance. Executes customs entry filings for high-volume trans-Pacific shipments to ensure 99.8% regulatory adherence. Streamlines documentation workflows using automated digital tools to reduce processing time by 15% per shipment. Maintains active communication with border authorities and international logistics partners to resolve clearance delays within 24 hours.
Experience
Customs Specialist · Expeditors International
Seattle, WA · 2025 - Present
- Managed high-volume customs documentation for 500 plus monthly shipments with 99.9 percent accuracy
- Reduced average clearance wait times by 12 percent through the implementation of automated HTS classification software
- Coordinated with US Customs and Border Protection to resolve classification discrepancies for sensitive electronics components
Logistics Analyst · Maersk
Seattle, WA · 2024 - 2024
- Analyzed import data for 1,200 annual shipments to identify cost-saving opportunities in freight routing
- Standardized import operating procedures, leading to a 10 percent reduction in shipment processing overhead
Import Operations Associate · DHL Global Forwarding
Seattle, WA · 2023 - 2023
- Processed 200 plus customs entries monthly in compliance with 19 CFR regulations for major tech retailers
- Reduced documentation errors by 18 percent through the implementation of a new double-check verification protocol
Supply Chain Coordinator · CH Robinson
Seattle, WA · 2022 - 2022
- Managed daily data entry for customs filings across 15 high-volume client accounts
- Tracked 50 plus active shipments daily, providing updates to internal teams and external customers
Education
BS in Supply Chain Management · University of Washington
Seattle, WA · 2018 - 2022
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a 3.8 GPA
- Completed capstone project on reducing port congestion using AI-driven routing models
AA in Business Administration · Seattle Central College
Seattle, WA · 2016 - 2018
- Maintained President's List for four consecutive semesters
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Frequently asked questions
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What degree do I need for this role?
You should have a recently completed undergraduate degree in a field like business or supply chain management.
What kind of mindset is Flexport looking for?
Flexport seeks candidates who prioritize compliance, integrity, and regulatory adherence while welcoming feedback to grow.
Where do I apply?
On the official Flexport posting, through the job link on this page.
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