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Managed Trade Services Specialist

Forward Air

  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The Managed Trade Services Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the execution of value-added trade compliance and managed services programs for a global client base. Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.).

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDallas, TX
    IndustryTransport and Storage - Materials
    Company Size2,500 to 4,999 employees
    Year Founded1981
    Websitehttps://www.forwardair.com/content/careers-0

    Description

    The Managed Trade Services Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the execution of value-added trade compliance and managed services programs for a global client base. They are responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant processing of import/export activities in alignment with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements. They work with internal teams, customs brokers, and clients to deliver high-quality, timely compliance services. They contribute to operational excellence through a strong attention to detail, data integrity, and adherence to established procedures and service level expectations. They support continuous improvement initiatives and technology enhancements to advance Managed Trade Services (MTS) capabilities.

    Responsibilities

    • Execute daily Managed Trade Services activities, including HTS classification, customs valuation checks, PGA documentation coordination, and post-entry corrections.
    • Prepare, review, and maintain compliance documentation such as 520(d) corrections, Post Summary Corrections (PSCs), protests, and entry audits.
    • Ensure all work adheres to CBP regulations, PGA requirements, and internal quality and compliance standards.
    • Maintain accurate records in internal systems, trackers, and client dashboards, ensuring timely updates and data integrity.
    • Support internal and external audits by gathering required documentation, reviewing transactional data, and identifying discrepancies.
    • Collaborate with trade analysts, brokers, operations teams, and clients to resolve issues and complete assigned compliance activities.
    • Escalate potential compliance risks, irregularities, or complex issues to leadership in a timely manner.
    • Assist with onboarding new clients, including collection of product data, classification inputs, templates, and historical import information.
    • Provide day-to-day client support by responding to routine compliance inquiries and assisting with service deliverables.
    • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying process inefficiencies and recommending enhancements to workflows and controls.
    • Support KPI tracking and reporting, ensuring visibility into service performance, accuracy, and productivity metrics.
    • Participate in system and technology initiatives, including user acceptance testing and process validation for new tools or enhancements.
    • Engage in ongoing training and knowledge development related to classification, valuation, origin determination, and regulatory updates.
    • All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.

    Qualifications

    • Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required; undergraduate degree preferred.
    • Certification/Licensure: Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) preferred but not required.
    • Experience: Previous experience in customs brokerage, trade compliance, supply chain, or import/export operations highly preferred.
    • Working knowledge of CBP regulations, HTS classification, customs valuation, and PGA requirements (training will be provided).
    • Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams and clients.
    • Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.
    • Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
    • Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.
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    About Company

    Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

    Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

    The foundation product for Forward Air is our expedited linehaul service, offering consistent and reliable transit and on-time, damage-free deliveries. By locating terminals on or near airports and maintaining a scheduled transportation network, we are able to arrange for convenient and consistent service with broad geographic coverage. Shipments of varying sizes (TL/LTL) are received at our terminals and transported by contracted service providers either (1) on a direct truck to the destination terminal, (2) through our Columbus, Ohio central sorting hub, or (3) through one of our 12 regional hubs, where they are unloaded, sorted, and reloaded in rapid fashion. After reloading the shipments, our contracted service providers deliver them to the destination city for early morning recovery. Through our Forward Air Complete® cartage service, customers also can have shipments picked up from the shipper, delivered to the final consignee, or transferred at the airport, simplifying the freight management processes. These options allow us to maximize handling efficiency of each shipment while minimizing freight loss and damage, improving transit times over traditional ground transportation.

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