Entry Writer /Import Brokerage Job at Recooty in Itasca

Job Responsibilities

· Prepare for ISF 10+2 filings and notify customers/agents the same day and follow up until BOL match is achieved.

· Examine invoices, BOL and other shipping documents at the time of receipt for completeness to ensure accurate and timely data entry submission to customs.

· Manage the process from A-Z.

· Previous experience with weight and conversion.

· Process entries for clearance of goods into the United States.

· Classify based on the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

· Ensure compliance with U.S. Government regulatory agencies such as RLF, FDA, EPA, DOT, FCC, USDA, Fish & Wildlife, etc.

· Utilize ACE for entry summaries.

· Monitor and coordinate movement details with warehouse CFS, truckers, carriers, and rail to customers to ensure cargo delivery in a timely manner.

· Pay pier pass & CFS charges as needed for customers.

· Prepare documents for T.I.B. and Overtime entry to Customs for clearance.

· Create client billing and handle accounting processes accurately in a timely manner.

· Ensure any files that can be posted are done right away.

· Monitor exam containers (FCL/LCL) and resolve any problem container within 30 minutes or at least a week and update customer’s status and inform trucker.

· Process ISO in a timely manner.

· Maintain teamwork in the department; promote positive work attitudes and practices while being primarily responsible for major customers’ transactions via airfreight and sea freight.

· Prioritize, organize and complete tasks in a timely manner.

· Customs clearance of air and ocean shipments 5 days prior to arrival or within 24 hours of receipt.

· Issuance of delivery orders within the same day of entry processing.

· Billing – accurate and timely – billed the same day sent within 48 hours.

· OGA (especially FDA) processing – 5 days prior to arrival or within 24 hours of receipt.

· Freight Release – before vessel arrival or within 24 hours of receipt.

· Determine proper, legal duty rates.

· Continued work improvement and continuous education of import processes, CBP and OGA Regulations.

· Interface with Customs and other government agencies.

· Assist with the creation of client SOPs.

· Ensure maximum customer service satisfaction through interaction with clients and other company business units.

· Ensure compliance with CHB/CBP and OGA policies, procedures and regulations.

· Ensure compliance with YLA’s policies and procedures.

· Communicate effectively with Supervisors, Management, colleagues, and internal and external customers.

· Participate and maintain teamwork and a friendly work environment.

· Recommend solutions to simplify and expedite cargo flow.

· Staff backup.

· Assist with training and education of fellow staff, customers, and other business units.

· Increase profit – Cargo insurance, “best in class service”, profit mark-up, etc.

· Demurrage - Zero tolerance – “Mind Set”.

· Monitor workload and file distribution.

· Will be cross-trained.

Skills Required

High School Diploma, plus 3-5 years’ experience and/or training as an entry writer or in customs broker operation and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be teachable and eager to learn.

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