Customs Entry Writer

Customs Entry Writer Job – International Freight Forwarding - Dallas Fort-Worth

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Filing of entry/entry summaries, customer contact, electronic PGA, prior notification, electronic FCC, USDA, TSCA billing, RLF filing all across the country

Furnish HTS to clients, ISF filing, present clients with air and ocean import freight quotes, research for new clients, make sure files comply

Classify all goods being imported and then request or compile the necessary documentation, including cargo-control papers, customs invoices and certificates of origin

Arranging for the shipping and warehousing of goods that have cleared customs brokers only file. Communicate with the customer service team for proper documentation

Familiarity with the ACE/ABI system

Monitor all processes and ensure compliance with all Federal regulations and customs duties

Coordinate with several departments and sustain compliance with all import operations

Prepare required documents and procedures according to company standards and assure compliance with service requirements

Ensure that freight paperwork is completed and approved before transportation

Secure knowledge of all industry rules and regulations and perform all custom functions

Uphold a strong and professional relationship with transportation agencies and sales

Demonstrate an emphasis on customer satisfaction per company policy

Maintain shipment records and ensure billing is completed within a timely fashion

Assisting as a backup for alternative accounts

Execute other duties as designated

Expected to maintain conformance to ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 integrated management systems

Requirements:

Must comprehend the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule

Must be able to forecast problems and be able to liaise with governmental companies to resolve them

Must be capable of Filing and following ISF’s

Must comprehend FDA, USDA, Fish & Wildlife, EPA, and other government agencies when applicable

Follow up with Customs and OGA, to guarantee customs releases

Perform an Audit of the file to ensure all customs formalities have been satisfied

High School Diploma or GED required

5+ years of Brokerage experience

Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills

Intermediate to Advanced MS Office skills

Displays a flexible and open-minded willingness to adapt to new environments and be a team player

Must have to conform to ethical standards

This is a direct-hire, full-time, permanent position