Senior Customs Entry Writer
Responsibilities
- Follow SOPS for each customer on the correct method and data required for preparing an entry.
- Receive and review documentation, input and transmit data for CBP release of shipments.
- Organize their work to identify the status of every file through every phase of the CBP entry process.
- Provide guidance to Entry Writers in routine and non-routine CHB/CBP transactions and work with other YLA offices with shared responsibilities and identify customer requirements.
- Support Managers in import audit functions.
- Interface with customers on CBP, PGA, delivery, and irregularities.
- Under the guidance of the licensed broker or customer classify products according to the HTSUSA Report all issues to customers and management affecting timely clearance and delivery in a timely manner.
- Aid in resolving major customer complaints and shipping problems (i.e., delayed, missing, or damaged freight; strikes; embargoes, etc.).
- May assist with Post Entry work and Binding Rulings
- Review and update customer profiles as directed
- Track and trace shipments and coordinate with steamship lines, freight forwarders and CFS on the availability of imported shipments
- Arrange with trucking companies the pick-up and delivery of freight
- Recommend solutions to simplify and expedite cargo flow
- Billing
- Handle accounting processes as they apply to CHB, including the issuance of invoices to customer or overseas offices as well as the processing of payment requisitions.
- May assist in new customer onboard set up and process.
- May identify products subject to PGA’s to build FDA product codes as needed
- Aids accounting department with any accounting issues as needed
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associates degree, preferred.
- 4+ years of experience as an entry writer or in customs brokerage operation.
- Sound knowledge of US Customs and Harmonized Tariff Codes, familiarity with Free Trade Agreements (knowledge of CHB processes).
- IATA Dangerous Goods Certificate and experience with Cargowise, a plus.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
- 401k with a company match
- Standard 10 days PTO
- Eligible for bonus plan
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Eligible for OT pay if applicable
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more
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Benefits
About Yusen Logistics (Americas)
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
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