Strengthen & Grow our Customs BusinessThe opportunity:

Flexport is a platform for global trade. We are a licensed freight forwarder and customs brokerage built around a modern technology stack. We help some of the world's fastest growing brands manage their international supply chains, providing a fully-managed service for moving products between any two places on the planet. Started in 2013, we've now raised $1.3B from investors including Peter Thiel of Founders Fund, Softbank, DST, Google Ventures, First Round Capital, Bloomberg Beta, Felicis Ventures, Y Combinator, and more.

We’re looking for a Customs Manager to build and lead the team in our Playa Vista office. Ready to challenge the status quo? Keep reading!

What you'll do:

• Own all aspects of managing customs brokerage day to day operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of high performing customs professionals
• Quarterback any issues causing bottlenecks in operations flow
• Assist in classifying products and advise on document compliance and any additional data needed to process shipments, i.e. ADD/CVD, PGA, when required
• Assist in client on-boarding and customs bond processing as needed
• Own post entry management and assist with post summary corrections
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders in the development of operational efficiencies through automation

What you'll need:

• 5+ years of professional experience working on customs brokerage
• 2+ years of experience leading a team to success
• Strong people management skills as a motivator and coach
• Customs broker license (LCB) required
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Next-level attention to detail and follow-through
• High level of computer literacy. No paper. All digital.

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global trade easy for everyone relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. That is why Flexport is committed to creating and nurturing an environment where anyone can be their authentic self. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.