Customs Entry Specialist – Import Logistics & Compliance

Perry Ellis International; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

MAP support

Clothing discounts

Job summary

Perry Ellis International is seeking a detail-oriented Import Specialist to prepare and file U.S. Customs entries and support daily import operations from our Miami, FL offices.

You will verify HTS classifications, duty rates, and origin, while coordinating with vendors, brokers, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely shipments. The role requires experience with ACE, CBP rules, and Excel, with Apparel/textile import background preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with customs entry processing, import operations, or freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of CBP requirements, HTS classification, and customs duties.
• Experience with ACE and Microsoft Excel preferred.
• Apparel/textile import experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. Customs entries through ACE.
• Review invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and other import documents.
• Verify HTS classification, country of origin, value, duty rates, and Chapter 99 requirements.
• Follow up with vendors, brokers, freight forwarders, and internal teams for missing or incorrect information.
• Monitor customs holds, exams, releases, and entry status.
• Process entry corrections, cancellations, and amendments when needed.
• Track shipments and provide updates on customs clearance.
• Maintain accurate entry records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with duty calculations, tariff research, and import compliance requirements.
• Support CTPAT and CBP compliance activities.
• Assist with daily import/logistics operations and resolve shipment issues.
• Communicate with internal departments, vendors, brokers, and carriers to keep shipments moving.
• Manage multiple shipments and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support the import department.
• Responsible for all customs clear for all Air shipments arriving into all ports in the US
• Control shipments originating in China (under additional 7.5% or 25% Duty Rate Tax Increase)
• Ensure that all special provision countries Jordan, Egypt, Lesotho, Madagascar, India (accessories) & Peru shipments (e Duty Free, Visa, NAFTA, QIZ, PGA, etc)
• Send ACE Release internally to our Traffic Department for LCL Shipments
• Provide internal support on status of import shipments (e availability, hot list, etc.)
• Communicate with Air Forwarder's prior to shipment arrival to ensure we receive the AN and Rated HAWB prior to beginning Air Shipments including Air Split Shipments: Run MAWB in Editrade (Customs System) through the ACE Cargo Release Tab to confirm all incoming information submitted from the Airline to US Customs is correct.
• Send ACE Release internally to our Traffic Department for all Air and LCL
• Prepare Customs documents and entry filing, compile necessary documentation, Review first sale, silica gel, dry sack & US Trims cost (if applicable), Categorize import goods (apparel, accessories, etc) by style, per shipment using tariff coding system (HTS = Harmonized Tariff Schedule), organize the work area to identify the status of each

Skills

Excel

Shipping terms

Oracle

Job description

Perry Ellis International is seeking a detail-oriented Import Specialist to prepare and file U.S. Customs entries and support daily import operations from our Miami, FL offices.

You will verify HTS classifications, duty rates, and origin, while coordinating with vendors, brokers, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely shipments. The role requires experience with ACE, CBP rules, and Excel, with Apparel/textile import background preferred.