Customs Specialist

Role Overview

Frederic Schad is hiring an experienced Customs Specialist in Kingston, Jamaica. This is an on-site full-time position focused on customs compliance, shipment clearance, and operational coordination. Only applicants with prior experience will be considered.

Core Duties

• Check tariff classifications in customs records and confirm they are accurate.
• Keep the internal clearance register current and well organized.
• Ensure compliance with customs legislation and applicable local regulations before, during, and after the clearance process.
• Work with airline, shipping line, supplier, and contractor contacts to support smooth shipment movement and adherence to standard procedures and customer needs.
• Prepare customs paperwork and upload or publish it on the web server.
• Ask the finance team to process payment for duties and related taxes.
• Prepare and file all shipment manifests.
• Track shipment progress and update internal tools such as the Ops log and CargoWise according to company rules.
• Follow up with the shipping company regarding arrival notices.
• Handle export documentation submissions.
• Coordinate with customs brokers to obtain current updates on goods in clearance.
• Assist with physical shipment dispatch when required.
• Support shipment delivery to customers in line with standard operating procedures and client requirements.
• Apply for any permits needed by customs.
• Review invoices submitted by customers for accuracy.
• Assist with Delivery Orders in the Port Community System (PCS).
• Identify non-conformities and report them so process improvements can be made.
• Prepare customs declarations for both imports and exports.
• Verify tariff classifications with Jamaica Customs.
• Use sound knowledge of customs laws, regulations, and operational procedures to support the role.
• Perform other operational tasks related to the function as needed.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in a similar role is required.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office is necessary.
• Basic familiarity with AFR and OFR operations, including handling, documentation, and customs clearance, is expected.

Important Notice

Applicants must read the details carefully before submitting an application. Candidates without relevant experience will not be evaluated.