Customs Entry Specialist

APM Terminals; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

RRSP+ Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules (when possible

Career Advancement: Opportunities for

Job summary

Maersk in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Customs Entry Specialist to manage end-to-end customs brokerage for a dedicated portfolio, coordinating with customers, carriers, and government agencies to ensure compliant and timely imports.

You will handle U.S. Customs entries, PGA filings, and open/manage entry files, while maintaining SOPs and collaborating with teams to meet KPIs and service standards.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months of customs brokerage or related industry experience.
• At least 2 years in a CHB or operational support environment (preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent work experience).
• Customs House Broker License preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for customers, responding to questions and providing timely, accurate shipment updates
• Prepare and process U.S. Customs entries and Partner Government Agency (PGA) filings, ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Open and manage entry files in alignment with defined KPIs and service standards
• Coordinate shipment clearance with freight forwarders, steamship lines, airlines, and container freight stations (CFS) to ensure timely release
• Track and trace inbound shipments from port or airport through final delivery
• Ensure all required documentation and entry packages are accurately uploaded into operating systems
• Complete customer billing, delivery orders, and required operational reports
• Maintain and update customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed
• Collaborate closely with teammates and cross‑functional partners to support coverage, cross‑training, and peak‑volume needs

Skills

Customs brokerage knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-priority management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview

As a Customs Entry Specialist, you play a critical role in ensuring our customers’ imports move smoothly, compliantly, and on time. You will manage end‑to‑end customs brokerage operations for a dedicated portfolio of accounts, partnering closely with customers, carriers, government agencies, and internal teams. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented environment and wants to build strong expertise in customs brokerage while contributing directly to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for customers, responding to questions and providing timely, accurate shipment updates
• Prepare and process U.S. Customs entries and Partner Government Agency (PGA) filings, ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Open and manage entry files in alignment with defined KPIs and service standards
• Coordinate shipment clearance with freight forwarders, steamship lines, airlines, and container freight stations (CFS) to ensure timely release
• Track and trace inbound shipments from port or airport through final delivery
• Ensure all required documentation and entry packages are accurately uploaded into operating systems
• Complete customer billing, delivery orders, and required operational reports
• Maintain and update customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed
• Collaborate closely with teammates and cross‑functional partners to support coverage, cross‑training, and peak‑volume needs

What Success Looks Like

• Timely and accurate processing of shipments within agreed KPIs
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong adherence to company policies and all CBP and PGA regulations
• Proactive communication and follow‑through with customers and internal partners
• Reliable submission of delivery orders and required documentation

Your Impact

In this role, you are accountable for helping drive: customer experience & quality – delivering on service commitments and building trust; compliance & process maturity – ensuring regulatory adherence and operational consistency; operational efficiency & cost control – supporting productivity and standardized processes; technology adoption – contributing to continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives.

Who You’ll Work With

Internal partners include CHB Operations Managers and Leaders, Senior CHB Operations Associates, Regional CHB Leadership Program and Implementation Managers, CHB Compliance and IT teams. External partners include assigned customs brokerage customers, government agencies (CBP, FDA, USDA, and others), and CHB systems and technology vendors.

Required / Preferred Qualifications

• 6–12 months of customs brokerage or related industry experience
• At least 2 years in a CHB or operational support environment (preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Team‑focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent work experience)
• Customs House Broker License preferred but not required

Pay Range

$56,000.00 - $60,000.00. The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions, experience, and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• RRSP+ Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for professional development
• And more!

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