import-export-specialist-in-perfume-and-cosmetics/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — import export specialist in perfume and cosmetics

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 13-1041.08 (Customs Brokers) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 3331; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

• [Core] Sign documents on behalf of clients, using powers of attorney.
• [Core] Provide advice on transportation options, types of carriers, or shipping routes.
• [Core] Post bonds for the products being imported or assist clients in obtaining bonds.
• [Core] Insure cargo against loss, damage, or pilferage.
• [Core] Obtain line releases for frequent shippers of low-risk commodities, high-volume entries, or multiple-container loads.
• [Core] Contract with freight forwarders for destination services.
• [Core] Arrange for transportation, warehousing, or product distribution of imported or exported products.
• [Supplemental] Suggest best methods of packaging or labeling products.
• [Core] Request or compile necessary import documentation, such as customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo-control documents.
• [Core] Stay abreast of changes in import or export laws or regulations by reading current literature, attending meetings or conferences, or conferring with colleagues.
• [Core] Quote duty and tax rates on goods to be imported, based on federal tariffs and excise taxes.
• [Core] Prepare papers for shippers to appeal duty charges.
• [Core] Pay, or arrange for payment of, taxes and duties on shipments.
• [Core] Monitor or trace the location of goods.
• [Supplemental] Maintain relationships with customs brokers in other ports to expedite clearing of cargo.
• [Core] Inform importers and exporters of steps to reduce duties and taxes.
• [Core] Confer with officials in various agencies to facilitate clearance of goods through customs and quarantine.
• [Core] Classify goods according to tariff coding system.
• [Core] Calculate duty and tariff payments owed on shipments.
• [Core] Apply for tariff concessions or for duty drawbacks and other refunds.
• [Core] Advise customers on import and export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements, quotas, or other customs-related matters.
• [Core] Prepare and process import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws, or procedures.
• [Core] Clear goods through customs and to their destinations for clients.

Detailed work activities

• Advise others on business or operational matters.
• Advise others on financial matters.
• Advise others on legal or regulatory compliance matters.
• Advise others on logistics topics.
• Calculate data to inform organizational operations.
• Coordinate logistics or other business operations.
• Coordinate regulatory documentation activities.
• Develop business relationships.
• Estimate costs of goods or services.
• Examine product information to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Monitor inventories of products or materials.
• Negotiate contracts with clients or service providers.
• Obtain documentation to authorize activities.
• Oversee business processes.
• Pay charges, fees, or taxes.
• Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance.
• Prepare regulatory or compliance documentation.
• Submit financial applications.
• Update knowledge of legal or regulatory environments.