Customs Entry & Trade Compliance Specialist

Brothers International Food, LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Brothers International Food, LLC is seeking a full-time Customs Coordinator to manage import processes from start to finish, including filing ISFs and self-filing customs entries. You will classify products, determine duties, and ensure timely clearance while maintaining compliance with CBP and FDA rules.

You will work with vendors on ISF data, update ERP systems, and handle documentation such as invoices and certificates of origin.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of customs or trade compliance experience in the freight forwarding industry.
• Fluency with ACE/ABI and knowledge of CBP regulations, HTS classification, and INCOTERMS.
• Familiarity with ITACS and FDA exam procedures.
• Experience with air freight, LCL, FCL shipping, and domestic trucking/rail.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to juggle deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient with email and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit customs entries (CBP Form 7501) via Magaya ABI so shipments release on time.
• Classify products per HTS, determine duties, and identify tariff relief opportunities.
• Coordinate ISF timing with vendors and keep ERP data current with ISF, container numbers, and BLs.
• Compile import documents such as invoices, certificates of origin, and analysis papers.
• Audit and process duties, fees, and port charges payments.
• Track shipments through customs and resolve holds with FDA and other agencies.
• Support logistics with freight tendering, inbound expediting, and post-entry communications.
• Lead special projects and continuous improvements to the import process.

Skills

Customs/trade compliance experience

ACE/ABI fluency

CBP regulations knowledge

HTS classification

INCOTERMS knowledge

FDA exam procedures familiarity

Air freight / LCL / FCL knowledge

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2- or 4-year degree in international business or supply chain management

Tools

Magaya ABI system

ACE/ABI

ERP systems

Job description

Brothers International Food, LLC is seeking a full-time Customs Coordinator to manage import processes from start to finish, including filing ISFs and self-filing customs entries. You will classify products, determine duties, and ensure timely clearance while maintaining compliance with CBP and FDA rules.

You will work with vendors on ISF data, update ERP systems, and handle documentation such as invoices and certificates of origin.