Customs Entry Writer - Join the team in Mineola NY
LOGISTEED AmericaCustoms Brokerage | Freight Forwarding | Import Operations | Freight Forwarding
LOGISTEED America is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join our team in Mineola, NY. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with Customs Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, or Import Operations experience who are ready to continue growing their careers in international trade and Customs compliance.
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position reports to the Customs House Brokerage (CHB) Manager and is responsible for preparing and processing Customs entries, ensuring compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, Participating Government Agency (PGA) requirements, and company procedures. The Customs Entry Specialist manages import shipments from receipt of documentation through cargo release and final delivery coordination.
The Customs Entry Writer serves as a primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts and works closely with customers, carriers, government agencies, and internal departments to ensure the timely, accurate, and compliant movement of international freight. Responsibilities include HTS classification, Importer Security Filing (ISF) preparation, Customs documentation, customer communication, problem resolution, and maintenance of accurate shipment records.
Qualities
• Ethical with sound business judgment
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy
• Strong customer service mindset
• Reliable and follows through on commitments
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Able to work independently while contributing to team success
• Professional in appearance, conduct, and communication
• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Maintains positive working relationships with customers, government agencies, and internal stakeholders
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development
Essential Duties & Functional Responsibilities Required
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time due to business needs, reasonable accommodation, or other operational 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, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
OPERATIONS
• Perform assigned duties safely and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Meet established productivity, quality, safety, attendance, and punctuality standards.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with customers, government agencies, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain ownership and control of assigned files throughout all phases of the import entry process.
• Maintain knowledge of changing tariff regulations and reporting requirements.
• Classify imported commodities and prepare Customs entries in accordance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
• Prepare, transmit, and monitor Importer Security Filings (ISF) for ocean shipments.
• Obtain, review, and validate transportation documentation to ensure compliance with Customs, insurance, and regulatory requirements.
• Enter and maintain accurate shipment data, including country of origin, HTS classification, documentation, and payment information.
• Prepare Customs entries, customer invoices, and related documentation to facilitate cargo clearance and delivery.
• Prepare and process ACH statements and verify the accuracy of information maintained within CargoWise and other company systems.
• Communicate with U.S. Customs and Bor