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Customs Brokerage Supervisor

Norridge, IL ยท On-site

$85K - $98K/yr

The Customs Brokerage Supervisor will oversee the Customs Brokerage team or a portion of the team for his/her assigned department under the direct supervision of the Customs Brokerage Manager and be ...

Customs Brokerage Supervisor It's more than a job As a Customs Supervisor at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to optimise logistics to keep our global supply chains running smoothly. But the impact of your ...

Customs Brokerage Supervisor

Brisbane, CA ยท On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Customs Brokerage Supervisor It's more than a job As a Customs Supervisor at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to optimise logistics to keep our global supply chains running smoothly. But the impact of your ...

Leadership and supervisory experience. SPECIALIST CERTIFICATIONS : * US Customs Brokers License Compensation and Benefits Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being ...

PURPOSE To support the customs brokerage manager in the smooth running of the department within the branch (ie) the customs product in the marketplace through focus on Operational Excellence ...

PURPOSE To support the customs brokerage manager in the smooth running of the department within the branch (ie) the customs product in the marketplace through focus on Operational Excellence ...

Customs Brokerage Lead Agent, Supervisor and Manager Additional Information Benefits and Perks: Invest in Your Future * Competitive compensation and benefits package. * Comprehensive health insurance ...

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How much do customs brokerage supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for customs brokerage supervisor in the United States is $71,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Customs Brokerage Supervisor do?

A Customs Brokerage Supervisor oversees the customs clearance process, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. They manage a team of brokers or entry writers, review documentation, and coordinate with customs authorities to facilitate the timely release of shipments. Additionally, they monitor regulatory changes, address any clearance issues, and work closely with clients to optimize the import/export process. Their role is critical in minimizing delays, avoiding penalties, and ensuring smooth logistics operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Customs Brokerage Supervisor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Customs Brokerage Supervisor, you need in-depth knowledge of import/export regulations, customs compliance, and operational management, ideally with a degree in logistics, international trade, or a related field. Familiarity with customs clearance software (such as Descartes or SAP GTS), Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) systems, and relevant certifications like a Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) are often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers, as does the ability to manage and motivate teams. These competencies are essential for ensuring regulatory compliance, efficient workflow, and smooth coordination between internal teams, clients, and customs authorities.

What are some common challenges faced by Customs Brokerage Supervisors, and how can they be overcome?

Customs Brokerage Supervisors often navigate challenges such as keeping up with frequent changes in customs regulations, managing tight shipment deadlines, and resolving discrepancies in documentation. Success in this role requires proactive monitoring of regulatory updates, rigorous attention to detail, and fostering clear communication between clients, customs officials, and internal teams. Effective supervisors also build strong training programs for their staff to ensure everyone stays compliant and knowledgeable. By cultivating these best practices, supervisors can minimize delays, reduce compliance risks, and enhance customer satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Customs Brokerage Supervisor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,007 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

Customs Brokerage Supervisor

Hellmann

Norridge, IL โ€ข On-site

$85K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.
For the better. Together.


This position has a base compensation range of $85,000.00 to $98,000.00. In addition to this base compensation, you'll benefit from our competitive health and welfare programs, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, opportunities for tuition assistance, and incentive compensation for eligible positions. Salary determination considers your skills, experience, job location, internal pay equity and job architecture. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics regularly reviews our pay ranges against industry standards to ensure fairness.
The Customs Brokerage Supervisor will oversee the Customs Brokerage team or a portion of the team for his/her assigned department under the direct supervision of the Customs Brokerage Manager and be responsible for that territories product compliance, levels of working capital, quality outcomes to internal and external stakeholders

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises Customs Brokerage department
Ensures all product operations within assigned department are compliant to internal HWL policies, procedures and external government regulations
Performs timely and accurate costing, revenue estimates, rating, invoicing, and correction (where necessary) to invoices, process, or people to minimize WIP, DSO, and Bad Debt
Ensures product operations within assigned department meet internal HWL and external customer quality goals per Customer Standard Operating Procedure (CSOP) using effective procurement and routing
Meets volume and top line product revenue growth targets for assigned department
Initiates and leads yield improvement process for business below or above target levels
Ensures all financial and quality controls and audits are completed accurately and on-time
Works with Account Management and Sales to effectively explain HWL product analytics including trend drivers and to develop business recommendations to customers to reduce costs and improve reliability
Claims ownership of and professionally oversees customer escalations in conjunction with Account Management or Sales
Fills the role of product subject matter expert when communicating with customers in a variety of settings
Leads or participates in corrective actions as necessary to mitigate the likelihood of revenue or profit loss when business is at risk
Ensures performance goals are set, performance is measured, and regular informal and formal feedback is provided to direct and indirect reports within assigned department
Performs accurate and timely product budgeting and forecasting within assigned product department
Monitors and assists in managing staffing levels and workload allocation across product teams within assigned department. This includes talent acquisition, furloughing, re-purposing, re-shifting, demotion, promotion, and severance
Develop team and individuals within the team.
Performs other duties as assigned


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position supervises employees and may supervise temporary employees from time to time based on projects.


QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Preferred to have either an Associate's Degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum five years of experience in a customs brokerage agent position
Two years of prior experience in a supervisory role preferred
Completion of any industry related course is an asset, especially work towards brokerage license


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Organizational skills
Time management and prioritization
Customer-focused
Adaptable / flexible to high-pressured environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Email, and Internet
Proficient in world geography, shipping documentation, and Incoterms preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English in order to present information to customers, management, and subordinates in a professional setting
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as freight rates, discounts, and other percentages
Analytical skills / problem-solving ability
Leadership skills - able to train, coach, and develop subordinates

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Frequently required to stand, and walk
Regularly required to sit for extended periods
Regularly uses arms to reach, hands and fingers for computer and phone use
Speaking clearly and listening for heavy phone contact
Requires close-up and computer screen distance vision ability


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics are similar to those of an office setting with various office equipment.

Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!

If you are excited by this fantastic opportunity and have what it takes, then click APPLY!