- Participates in planning and directing the flow of traffic to/from foreign destinations.
- Effectively classifies dutiable import/export shipments to ensure compliance with all government agency rules and regulations.
- Processes all requests for extensions, expiration, cancellation, and all government entries.
- Communicates with origin and destination locations regarding shipment status and special handling and delivery processes.
- Applies for Import/Export Permits and Certificates of Eligibility.
- Maintains open line of communication with department of foreign affairs.
- May receive and distribute all incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
- Examine online commercial invoices and other documents, to determine the correct Harmonized Tariff Code for each commodity to ensure correct classification.
- Knowledge of US Customs Regulations regarding Foreign Trade Agreements, and other duty exemptions.
- Process shipments through various online portals for submission to FDA and US Customs to obtain proper clearance.
- Receives freight, documentation, and way billing; assesses charges; and collects fees for shipments.
- Opens a file on the dedicated software system for each shipment received.
- Responds to inquiries by fax, e-mail, or telephone.
- Negotiates with domestic customers, as intermediary for foreign customers, to resolve problems and arrive at mutual agreements.
- Examines invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations.
- Prepares manifests to accompany shipments.
- Notifies consignees of delays in departure of shipment. Provides POD's to shippers if requested.
- Examines documents such as invoices, bills of lading, and shipping statements, to verify conversion of merchandise weights or volumes into system used by other country.
- Converts foreign currency figures into United States monetary equivalents, or domestic currency into foreign equivalents.
- Calculates duties or tariffs to be paid on merchandise.
- Corresponds with foreign companies.
- Prepares entry papers from shipper's invoice in accordance with U.S. Customs Service regulations, and regulations of other federal agencies bearing on importation of goods such as Environmental Protection Agency and Food and Drug Administration.
- Files papers with Customs Service and arranges for payment of duties.
- Quotes duty rates on goods to be imported.
- Contacts customs officials to effect release of incoming freight and resolve customs delays.
- Itemizes charges, prepares freight bills, accepts payments, and issues refunds.
- Customer service oriented
- Attention to detail.
- Problem solving attitude.
- Active Listening
- Telephone Etiquette.
- Basic Software Skills (Ms. Office & Ms. Excel)
- Basic Computer Skills
- Extensive knowledge of ocean and air import and export procedures
- Good administrative skills
- Good communication skills
- Good time-management
- Results driven and attention to details.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (associate degree preferred).
- 1 year of experience in transportation or customs preferred.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- 401(k)
- Health Insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
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Customs Entry Writer - Seattle, United States - Scan Global Logistics
Description
About Scan Global Logistics:
At Scan Global Logistics every person has an opportunity to unlock potential. We are a full-service global logistics provider present on all continents. By bringing a human approach to everyone, everywhere, we make the world a little less complicated. At the core of our DNA is a can-do-attitude and the willingness to always walk the extra mile to find the right logistic solution whether by road, rail, ocean, air, or any other modes of transportation.
Our culture is based on our four virtues: respect, integrity, entrepreneurship, and fun
Position Overview:
As an Entry Writer, you will ensure compliance with federal and foreign regulations governing the shipment, receipt, and documentation of imported products while processing separate entries to Custom Border Patrol (US CUSTOMS). You will also compute tariffs (taxes), and price conversions of merchandise imported from foreign destinations. In addition, you will also be asked to examine various documents including invoices, bills of lading, and shipping statements to obtain release of incoming freight and resolve delays.
Job Description:
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Physical Requirements:
Job Type
Full-timePay: 50,000 to 60,000
Benefits:
Schedule: 8-hour shift
Work Location
On site
