Trade Consultant – Customs Brokerage

GHY International

. Advise clients on tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, free trade agreement qualification, and complex customs matters .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $55,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, tariff classification, and valuation rules while effectively managing customs entries and compliance evaluations. Exhibits strong organizational and communication skills to advise clients and collaborate with government agencies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

U.S. Customs Broker LicenseAdvanced Knowledge Of Tariff ClassificationAdvanced Knowledge Of U.S. Customs RegulationsProficiency With ACE FunctionalityProficiency With Microsoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Tariff ClassificationValuation RulesCustoms DocumentationCustoms Entries ExecutionCompliance EvaluationBinding Ruling RequestsPost-Entry CorrectionsRefund TrackingCountry Of Origin DeterminationsCustoms Regulations (19 CFR)

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailOrganizational SkillsSelf-MotivatedVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Brokerage SoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteACE Functionality

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)

Industry Keywords

Customs IndustryFree Trade AgreementCBPPartner Government AgenciesTrade ComplianceCustoms PenaltiesTrade IssuesBusiness Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise clients on tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, free trade agreement qualification, and complex customs matters
Draft CBP Binding Ruling Requests
Support verifications, post-entry corrections, and coordination with CBP and Partner Government Agencies
Evaluate client activity for compliance exposure, refund opportunities, and improvement areas
Investigate supplemental duty bills, penalties, classification questions, and other trade issues
Translate research findings into practical recommendations
Compile customs documentation and coordinate post-entry filings
Track refunds, CBP requests, and entry status
Develop scopes of work, trade-related presentations, and client-specific recommendations
Serve as a subject matter resource to colleagues
Contribute to team discussions, process improvements, and business development initiatives
Report to the Director of US Trade Services
Work primarily desk-based with minimal supervision

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 10 years of experience in the customs industry
U.S. Customs Broker License (Required)
Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation (Preferred)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Self-motivated with the ability to manage deadlines and heavy workloads
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to represent GHY professionally with clients, colleagues, and CBP
Advanced knowledge of tariff classification and Explanatory Notes
Advanced knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations (19 CFR)
Advanced knowledge of valuation rules and country of origin determinations
Proficiency executing customs entries for all transportation modes
Proficiency with ACE functionality and brokerage software
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the full Microsoft Office Suite
Must be able to travel to the Pembina, ND office for training
Availability Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM CST (40 hours/week)
Ability to work one statutory holiday per year

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus program
Comprehensive, subsidized health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability coverage
Life and AD&D coverage
Ongoing learning through internal university
Leadership development programming
Giveback Committee opportunities
Social Committee activities
Cultural Ambassadors activities
Remote flexibility
Scheduled salary assessments