Kuehne+Nagel is hiring: Customs Entry Writer in Washington

Would you like to launch your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Washington site is looking for a new Customs Entry Writer to join our Customs team.

Your Role

Reporting to the Customs Brokerage Manager, you will be responsible for auditing all Customs entries performed by teammates. You will also process Customs entries by way of pre-keying of entries, learning of filing of customs entries, analyzing documents, accurately processing entries with US Customs and Border Protection and other duties related to customs entries.

Your Responsibilities

• Preparation of all documents necessaryto clear merchandise through US. Customs & Border Protection, PGA’s(Participating Governmental Agencies i.e. FDA, EPA, DOT, FCC, Fish andWildlife...)

• Ensure timely arrival and readiness to work at your assigned starting time

• Process shipments within department guidelines according to NBSC Customer list/ Controlling branch instructions

• Ensure timely and accurate input of all data/information necessary to process and facilitate shipments through U.S. Customs and PSG’s

• Classify goods according to the customers SOP’s and/or instructions

• Check Cargowise “buckets” daily to ensure all steps in entry/brokerage processes are being followed

• Document review and assessment for accuracy, verification of critical data elements for entry processing

• Scanning, archiving of entry document images and communicate entry # and entry status to carrier

• Communicate documentation discrepancies to supervisor and/or controlling branch

• Request or compile any necessary import documentation from client

• Manage and assist to resolve all customer queries and ensure resolution of all problems

• Interact closely with internal customers/departments to ensure customer service levels are achieved

• Achieve minimum prescribed hours of training each year

Your Skills and Experiences

• HS Diploma or Bachelors degree is desirable

• 1+ years of experience in Customs brokerage handling import shipments

• Proficiency in customs brokerage software (e.g., Cargowise) and Microsoft Office Suite is an asset

• Knowledge on Incoterms, CBP regulations, FDA Prior Notice, and other HTSUS Classification import processes.

• Ability to multi-task, attention to detail, analyze complex regulatory requirements, and ensure 100% compliance

Good Reasons to Join

At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The target wage range for this position is between $28 and $31. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-ONSITE

Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: HR.helpdesk@kuehne-nagel.com with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.