LESCHACO - Lexzau Scharbau GmbH & Co. KG · 5 months ago
Import Coordinator - Customs Entry Writer
Jersey City, None, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expLeschaco Inc. is a leading Freight Forwarder and Customs House Broker with a strong presence in 24 countries. They are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to fill the position of Import Customer Service Representative – Customs Entry Writer, responsible for preparing and submitting customs entries, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating with various parties for smooth clearance of goods.
Air TransportationLogisticsMarine Transportation
Responsibilities
Preparing and submitting customs entries: This involves preparing the necessary documentation and data to US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other government agencies like the FDA, Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS), USDA, etc Transmission of Customs Entries to U.S. Customs for import shipments
Ensuring compliance: Verify accuracy of documents (commercial invoices, etc.) and ensure compliance with US Customs regulations
Coordinating with various parties: Communicate and coordinate with internal / external customers, carriers, freight forwarders, customs officials and other agencies to ensure smooth clearance of good
Problem-solving: Resolve documentation discrepancies, Customs exams, FDA holds, or other issues related to Customs clearance
Receiving, reviewing, and processing import documentation for an assigned base of accounts
Preparing daily activities including: preparing delivery orders and coordinating the pickup and delivery of cargo, filing ISF (Importer Security Filing), answering emails
Processing documents through the system and interface and providing updates and communications for internal and external customers to produce timely and compliant transactions
Tracing key transaction information such as HBL, commercial invoice, and other required documents to determine if record is available
Corresponding with overseas agents and clients
Working with steamship lines/airlines/trucking companies to obtain quotations and handle the movement of freight
Developing and maintaining excellent customer service to internal and external customers
Preparing quotations
Handling the files from A to Z
Responsible to ensure legal compliance, provide import guidance and control within government rules and regulations
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2- 4 years of experience in Import Customs Clearance operations
Be able to work independently, multi-task, be a team player and work in a fast-paced environment
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Have computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Access
Preferred
Knowledge of current and historical Customs regulations, Harmonized Tariff Schedule, and related directives of government agencies (including but not limited to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Agriculture Department (USDA) is a plus)
Experience with the handling of hazardous materials a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
401(k) with company match
Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Paid Holidays plus PTO and Sick Leave
Voluntary Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Employee Discounts
Company
LESCHACO - Lexzau Scharbau GmbH & Co. KG
The Leschaco Group is an independent and global service provider for integrated logistics solutions offering sea and air freight, contract logistics, tank container and innovative LLP & 4PL Solutions as well as local services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Stoffler
President & CEO
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