Customs Entry & Classification Specialist

DHL Express; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus/Incentive Programs

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Leave

Employee Discount Program

Employee Assistance & Work LifeProgram

Outstanding training opportunities

Job summary

DHL Express in Erlanger, KY is seeking a Customs Entry Agent to ensure compliance with federal and foreign regulations on imports, process entries, tariffs, and document reviews. You will classify shipments, apply for permits, and coordinate with origin/destination points.

Strong attention to detail and time management are required. The role requires minimal 1 year experience in transportation or customs, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; Associate 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.

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

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

10-key calculator

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

DHL Express in Erlanger, KY is seeking a Customs Entry Agent to ensure compliance with federal and foreign regulations on imports, process entries, tariffs, and document reviews. You will classify shipments, apply for permits, and coordinate with origin/destination points.

Strong attention to detail and time management are required. The role requires minimal 1 year experience in transportation or customs, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and good communication skills.