Customs Entry Writer - Elk Grove, United States - Cavalier Logistics

Cavalier Logistics

Verified Company

Elk Grove, United States

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Full time

Description

Customs Entry Writer (Full Time):

Location:
Elk Grove, IL, USA

Airport:

ORD

Job ref: 171

Division:
Cavalier International Air Freight

Cavalier Logistics is seeking a full-time Customs Entry Writer to join our import team.

The Customs Entry Writer is responsible for processing documentation required by US Customs and Border Protection for entry of goods into the US on behalf of importers.

Industry experience is required, and compensation will depend upon that experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Provide impeccable customer service
Perform audit review on all assigned brokerage files and payments to customs
Maintain and keep current all customs compliance documentation
Process documents through the Company's ABI system, obtaining Customs release and other government agency releases as appropriate. Arrange both delivery and the invoicing of the import account for services rendered
Review and monitor all Customs rejections, requests for information for clients and any other government agency, and other correspondence.
Mandatory daily correspondence with overseas and domestic agents, as well as airlines, steamship lines, and coloaders
Work closely with other departments to deliver high level of service to customers.
Perform other duties as assigned
Report all issues to customers and management affecting clearance and delivery in a timely manner in writing or verbally
Reporting freight discrepancies to management
Ensure that all files contain all necessary document copies
Must be able to pass a background check

Required Skills:

Basic knowledge of INCO terms, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Customs regulations and partner government agency requirements
Solid knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities and ocean ports along with basic knowledge of U.S. Regulatory Laws
Ability to work with demanding deadlines
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Must be detail oriented, thorough and accurate. Must have proven analytical and problemsolving skills
Ability to establish priorities and accomplish multiple tasks, must be organized
Strong PC skills including fast, accurate typing skills
Must be able to pass a background check
Must work well with others.
Must be dependable and timely.

Education:

Minimum high school diploma or GED

Previous Experience:

2years of experience required

Benefits & Compensation:

Competitive Compensation
Depends on Experience
Health Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program

**_Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status._