Customs Entry Agent: Global Logistics & Compliance

DHL Express, Inc.; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus/Incentive Programs

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

DHL Express, Inc. in the United States seeks a Customs Entry Agent to ensure compliance with federal regulations governing shipments, processing entries, tariffs, and document review.

You will examine invoices, bills of lading, and shipping statements to obtain release of freight and resolve delays. The role requires attention to detail, ability to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, and experience with imports/exports.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Associates degree preferred)
• Overtime is required
• 1 year experience in transportation or customs preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), database and web-based applications
• Good oral and written communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills; courteous and clear telephone voice
• Proficiency on a 10 key calculator
• This position requires access to secured airport areas.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning and directing the flow of traffic to/from foreign destinations
• Effectively classifies dutiable import/export shipments to ensure compliance with all government agency rules and regulations
• Processes all requests for extensions, expiration, cancellation and all government entries
• Communicates with origin and destination locations regarding shipment status and special handling and delivery processes
• Applies for Import/Export Permits and Certificates of Eligibility
• Maintains open line of communication with department of foreign affairs
• May receive and distribute all incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
• Examine online commercial invoices and other documents, to determine the correct Harmonized Tariff Code for each commodity to ensure correct classification
• Knowledge of US Customs Regulations regarding Foreign Trade Agreements, and other duty exemptions
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and possess time management skills
• Process shipments through various online portals for submission to FDA and US Customs to obtain proper clearance

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

Oral and written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

10-key calculator

Job description

DHL Express, Inc. in the United States seeks a Customs Entry Agent to ensure compliance with federal regulations governing shipments, processing entries, tariffs, and document review.

You will examine invoices, bills of lading, and shipping statements to obtain release of freight and resolve delays. The role requires attention to detail, ability to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, and experience with imports/exports.