It's more than a job
As a Customs Supervisor at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to optimise logistics to keep our global supply chains running smoothly. But the impact of your work goes beyond that. In fact, your expertise makes both special and ordinary moments possible for people around the world. For example, your work could ensure that a global product launch happens on time—such as ethically sourced beauty and bath products stocked at local stores for your loved one's valued self-care routine. It's import and export work, but it's also so much more than we imagine.
As Customs Brokerage Supervisor , you will oversee a team to ensure the timely and compliant clearance of goods, acting as a liaison with customs authorities and clients, You will be responsible for minimizing delays, ensuring regulatory adherence, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction by managing workflow and client communication
How you create impact
- You will train and advise team in areas of Customs Brokerage Regulations
- Monitor team performance against company standards and department goals; regular audit of shipment documents and accounting
- Monitor problem files and implement corrective action when needed
- Issue work instructions to team members to ensure timely and orderly file flow including release, billing, and auditing
- Monitor staff training needs; identify and develop training objectives
- Document review and assessment of accuracy, verifying country of origin/export, IOR, terms of sale and value to ensure that compliance and federal regulation requirements are achieved
- Daily follow-up on documentation discrepancy issues which requires the ability to troubleshoot and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with customers and foreign origins
- Escalate any unresolved issues or risks before they materially impact Kuehne + Nagel
- Work closely with other departments and branches to deliver high level of service to customers
If you require an accommodation for the recruitment /interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
What we would like you to bring
- Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, or related field
- 4+ years of experience in customs brokerage, freight forwarding, or a related logistics field
- Strong understanding of customs regulations, import/export processes, and compliance requirements
- Experience with customs software (Trade Smart Brokerage) and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
What's in it for you
There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-RT1
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.