Customs Entry Writer

Process U.S. Customs and Participating Government Agency (PGA) entries for clearance of imported goods.

Review import documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Ensure timely filing of Importer Security Filings (ISF) and Customs entries.

Review and apply HTS classifications and applicable duties, taxes, fees, and tariff requirements.

Ensure compliance with applicable government agencies, including FDA, USDA, EPA, USFWS, DOT, FCC, and others.

Identify and resolve entry discrepancies, Customs holds, examinations, and other clearance issues.

Communicate with CBP, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve Customs-related matters.

Support post-entry corrections and other post-entry activities, as needed.

Manage import air and ocean shipments from pre-alert and arrival through Customs clearance, release, and final delivery.

Review commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybills, bills of lading, arrival notices, and other import documentation.

Coordinate cargo availability and release with airlines, ocean carriers, terminals, warehouses, and other service providers.

Coordinate final delivery with truckers and transportation providers.

Communicate with overseas offices and agents regarding shipment documentation, status, and operational requirements.

Track shipments and provide customers with timely and proactive status updates.

Identify and resolve shipment delays, discrepancies, storage exposure, and other operational issues.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.

Provide proactive, professional, and timely communication throughout the shipment process.

Manage multiple shipments and competing priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Take ownership of operational issues through resolution and escalate when appropriate.

Maintain a high level of accuracy, compliance, on-time performance, and customer service.

Maintain accurate shipment documentation, milestones, and billing/cost information in CargoWise.

Collaborate effectively with internal teams, customers, overseas offices, carriers, and vendors.

Perform other duties as assigned.