Manager, Compliance
Uber Freight

Job Info

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About the Role

The Manager of Compliance will proactively ensure the import department meets the highest standards of operational excellence and regulatory compliance. This position will support the US Customs Operations Director in the smooth running of the US Customs Operations through compliance excellence, and adhere to the company’s policies, procedures and business code of conduct.

What the Candidate Will Do

Compliance

• Prevent late files/payments by ensuring proper use of the statement management reports
• Monitor filing of Triennial Status Reports and fees; pay annual permit fee, as directed by Customs Director
• Submit employee list monthly with updates
• Assist in the enforcement of U.S. Customs Operations policies and procedures
• Review all Powers of Attorney received by Uber Freight for validity

Internal Audit

• Perform monthly Internal Assessment Audit; report results to US Customs Operations Director
• Derive training topics from results in conjunction with Import Manager
• Monitor customs rejections (3461 and 7501) in a spreadsheet format. Report results to the U.S. Customs Operations Director at the end of each month. Derive training topics from results
• Complete annual Self-Audit-To be determined by Compliance Manager and Import Manager

Information

• Ensure that branch employees are kept up to date on Customs and PGA related developments. Read daily publications of Broker Power’s International Trade Today, Administrative Messages, local customs publications (eg. Pipelines, Public Bulletins, etc.). Visit customs and OGA websites on a regular basis. Ensure familiarity with Customs’ Informed Compliance Publications
• Maintain current editions of required reference materials. These materials include 19 CFR, local Customs Pipelines or Bulletins, HTSUSA, Fuglei & Associates’ Customs Info, Explanatory Notes
• Meet with Customs on a regular basis; establish relationships and obtain feedback regarding branch standing with local Customs. Communicate with Customs and Other Government Agencies regarding compliance issues as needed
• Participate in local brokers’ association meetings

Post Entry

• Ensure proper and timely filing of PSC’s, protests, petitions, supplemental duty tenders, etc., in accordance with regulatory, FAST, and CHQ guidelines
• Report all penalties and liquidated damages to U.S. Customs Operations Director
• Manage all post entry activities, from start to finish, using ACE Portal
• Ensure proper handling/monitoring of all TIB entries. Notify clients of a TIB status at least three times during the course of a bond

Training

• Prepare and hold training sessions on a regular basis for entry personnel. Topics should be based on the following:
  • Issues apparent on customs reject spreadsheet
  • Problems discovered during monthly Internal Assessment
  • New customs/PGA developments and procedures
• Assist entry personnel with compliance-related questions and issues

Sales/On-Boarding

• Support sales staff and import manager in new business development, as needed
• Participate and support the On-Boarding of new accounts

Basic Qualifications

• Customs Broker’s License
• College degree or equivalent experience in Customs Brokerage Field

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of related Customs Brokerage experience
• Minimum of 1-2 years in a management level
• Hazardous Materials Certification
• Strong working knowledge of PGA’s
• Strong understanding of 19 CFR (Parts 1 – 199) and the HTSUSA
• Knowledge of customs brokerage process and system essential
• Knowledge of customs legislation, especially with regards to classification, valuation and origin
• Understanding of ocean, ground and air transport and documentation process
• Proficient in Word, Excel and Power Point
• Fluent in English & Spanish

About Uber Freight

Uber Freight is a logistics platform and partner with a mission to reimagine the way goods move to help communities thrive. Backed by innovative technology and a dedicated team of domain experts, we provide logistics solutions that give shippers and carriers of all sizes greater reliability, flexibility, and transparency so they can take control of their freight. With over $17 billion in FUM, we’ve built one of the world’s most comprehensive logistics networks consisting of over 130,000 digitally-enabled carriers and thousands of shippers, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. For more, visit uberfreight.com.

EEOC

Uber Freight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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