Licensed Customs Broker

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) – Customs Brokerage Manager

Location: Miami, FL

Salary: Up to $100,000 + Benefits

About the Company

Altius Talent is partnering with a well-established international freight forwarder to recruit a Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) to lead its Customs Brokerage operation in Miami
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Customs professional looking to step into a leadership position, overseeing a small team while remaining actively involved in customs brokerage operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance, maintaining excellent client service, and driving operational efficiency within a growing business.

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Customs Brokerage department.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of 2 Customs Entry Writers
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• Ensure all customs entries are processed accurately and in compliance with CBP regulations.
• Maintain and utilise your Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) qualification to support brokerage operations.
• Review and approve customs entries where required.
• Provide guidance on tariff classification, valuation, duty calculation, and country of origin.
• Ensure compliance with all CBP regulations and Partner Government Agencies (FDA, USDA, EPA, FCC, CPSC, etc.).
• Handle complex customs issues, audits, post-entry amendments, protests, and compliance matters.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, customs officials, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
• Support process improvements and best practices within the department.
• Work closely with Air, Ocean and Warehousing teams to ensure smooth shipment flow.
• Utilise Cargo Wise One to manage customs entries and operational workflows.

• Active U.S. Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) – essential.
• 5+ years of Customs Brokerage experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience managing a customs team.
• Strong knowledge of:
• CBP regulations
• HTS Classification
• Duty Drawback
• PGA requirements
• Customs valuation
• Post-entry processes
• Experience using Cargo Wise One is essential.
• Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, EPA, FCC, TSCA, Lacey Act, CPSC and other PGA requirements.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced freight forwarding environment.

• Salary up to $100,000
• Opportunity to lead and develop a growing Customs Brokerage team
• Work for a respected international freight forwarder
• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Supportive and collaborative working environment