Advisor

Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia.

Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeing a detail-oriented Advisor to support our Global Trade Management group. The ideal candidate should have strong trade compliance principles, customs protest knowledge, post summary corretion experience and solid grasp of CBP regulations, import/export laws and HTS for accurate classification of goods. This is a remote, day shift.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive action on upcoming tasks and escalate issues and risks in a timely fashion.
Provide detailed reports to appropriate leadership.
Review the work of individuals in entry-level positions as needed.
Monitor Customs regulations and industry changes to ensure alignment within Livingston processes, systems, training, etc.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Understanding of Customs Regulations: import/export laws, and international trade agreements. This includes familiarity with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) for accurate classification of goods.
Post Summary Correction (PSC) Expertise: Experience with PSCs is preferred, including understanding their purpose (to amend entry summary data before liquidation), eligibility requirements (e.g., entry must be accepted, in CBP control, paid, and not under CBP review), and timing limitations (e.g., within 300 days from entry date and at least 15 days before liquidation).
Customs Protest Knowledge: Familiar with the CBP protest process, understanding that it's a formal objection to CBP decisions
Trade Compliance Principles: Foundation in broader trade compliance, including valuation, duty rates, and trade programs (e.g., Free Trade Agreements), is essential to identify discrepancies and potential cost savings.
Documentation Acumen: Ability to review and understand import/export documentation such as shipping documents, bills of lading, and invoices.
Proficiency with Customs Software: Experience with customs brokerage software and government systems like the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)
Data Management: Capability to work with databases and Excel
Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced knowledge of programs like Excel for data analysis and Word/Outlook for communication is required.
Meticulous Attention to Detail
The ability to analyze complex data, identify discrepancies, investigate root causes of errors, and develop corrective actions is critical for both PSCs and protests.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication
Given the potential for challenges in obtaining information or resolving complex issues, a candidate should be persistent in pursuing necessary details and proactive in implementing solutions.
The role involves managing multiple corrections and protests within strict deadlines, requiring strong organizational abilities and the capacity to multitask under pressure.

WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED

4 years of related experience

EDUCATION

Preferred: Bachelors Degree or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION

LCB preferred, but not needed

COMPETENCIES

Accountability

Agility

Business Acumen and Straight Talk

Customer First Focus

Inclusion and Collaboration

Leading and Developing

At Livingston, we are committed to fostering a flexible, growth-oriented environment where you can thrive. Our culture is built on respect, recognition, and collaboration, and we empower our team with trusted expertise, continuous learning opportunities, and long-term support. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a transparent pay philosophy aligned with market data and job-related factors.

Base salary is one component of our total rewards package which also includes incentive opportunities, benefits, and professional development. Salary ranges are established by location and reflect relevant factors such as skills, experience, and market conditions. The good-faith salary range for this position is $87,875.00 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on these factors and may vary accordingly.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Livingston

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Inclusiveness makes us stronger and better at what we do. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Livingston is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.

Job Type: Full Time

Location: HomeOffice Michigan, HomeOffice California, HomeOffice Colorado, HomeOffice Florida, HomeOffice Illinois, HomeOffice New York, HomeOffice North Carolina, HomeOffice South Carolina, HomeOffice Tennessee, HomeOffice Texas, HomeOffice Virginia, HomeOffice Washington, HomeOffice West Virginia

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