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$60K - 90K a year
Ensure compliance with customs laws, prepare and submit import/export documentation, classify goods, calculate duties, maintain records, audit customs entries, and liaise with officials to facilitate smooth cargo transit.
Experience with customs regulations, import/export processes, documentation accuracy, tariff classification, and strong communication skills to coordinate with customs and shipping entities.
[Please note this is a Direct Search led by Bacardi, Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.] WHAT DOES A CUSTOMS SPECIALIST DO? Responsible for executing the import of tax paid and tax suspended cargo, admissions into the Foreign Trade Zone, and various other import and export related processes. Ensure compliance with domestic and international laws and facilitate the smooth transit of goods across borders. Responsibilities • Compliance: Ensure all import, export and Foreign Trade Zone activities comply with applicable laws and regulations. • Documentation: Prepare and submit accurate documentation required for the clearance of goods through customs. • Classification: Classify goods according to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and determine appropriate duty rates. • Consultation: Provide guidance on customs requirements, tariffs, shipping restrictions, and other trade-related matters. • Record Keeping: Maintain records of all customs entries, duty payments, and other relevant transactions. • Auditing: Conduct internal audits of customs entries and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Communication: Liaise with customs officials, shipping companies, and clients to resolve any issues that may arise during the clearance process. • Responsible for the preparation, monitoring and recording all U.S. Customs Foreign Trade Zone transactions. • Calculate duty and tariff payments owed on shipments and validate brokerage accounts and payments. • Ensure Bacardi’s Customs Software is maintained with accurate Master Data Information, CBMA, MID Codes and Customer information. • Drive continuous improvement. • Perform other duties as assigned. LEADERSHIP AGILITY At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level. • Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become • Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others • People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance • Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others. • Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with • Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Perks of Working for us At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance. Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement: • Competitive Pay Package • Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community) • Retirement/Pension Plan Health & Wellbeing • Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance • Calm Meditation App subscription (free) • Employee Assistance Programs • Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies Additional Benefits The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution. Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.
This job posting was last updated on 12/9/2025