Customs Entry Writer

GrandCHB INC.; California; On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Discretionary bonus

Paid vacation

401k

FSA

Life insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

GrandCHB INC. in Alhambra, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join our team. You will prepare customs entries, apply HTS codes, and coordinate with carriers to ensure timely clearance.

This role requires strong organization, Excel proficiency, and knowledge of incoterms. We offer health benefits, a discretionary bonus, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in customs brokerage or entry writer role.
• Familiar with Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).
• Ability to classify commodities and use incoterms.

Responsibilities

• Audit documents and apply HTS codes for duty assessment.
• Prepare and execute customs entries for clearance.
• Adhere to SOPs for data requirements.
• Track shipments and coordinate with steamship lines and forwarders.
• Follow up with examinations and cargo pickup.
• Invoice for duties and entry charges.
• Provide updates to customers and U.S. Customs.
• Arrange freight delivery and respond to emails/calls.
• Maintain high level of accuracy and customer service.

Skills

Customs clearance

HTS coding

Tariff classification

Data entry

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

GrandCHB INC. is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Customs Entry Writer to join our team in Alhambra, CA. This is your opportunity to play a critical role in international trade operations, ensuring smooth and compliant customs clearance for our clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and have a passion for global commerce, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Audit commercial documents, applying Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code from the customer account HTS database for accurate duty assessment and ensuring all federal requirements are met.
• Prepare and execute customs entries, ensuring timely clearance and efficient follow up.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each customer on the correct method and data requirements for customs clearance.
• Track and trace shipments and coordinate with steamship lines, freight forwarders and CFS on the availability of imported shipment.
• Follow up/coordinate customs examinations until completed and cargo pick up.
• Invoice customers for duty and entry charges.
• Provide updates to U.S. Customs and customers.
• Arrange for freight delivery of shipments.
• Respond to daily emails and incoming calls.
• Adhere to a high level of operational excellence with respect to on-time performance, accuracy, and customer service.

Requirements:

• Minimum about 2 year of experience in customs brokerage field as an entry writer.
• Prior experience with T86 is preferred
• Familiar with Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
• Ability to classify commodities is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of incoterms (terms of delivery) of the business.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills with appropriate follow‑up.
• Experience working in a team‑oriented and collaborative environment.
• Self‑motivated and directed.
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work overtime during peak times when problems arise and/or customer requirements.

Benefits:

• 50% Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401k
• FSA
• Life Insurance
• Opportunities for advancement

About Us:

GrandCHB INC. is a trusted customs brokerage firm based in Alhambra, CA, dedicated to delivering efficient and compliant import solutions for businesses navigating the complexities of international trade. Our clients rely on us for our expertise, responsiveness, and commitment to getting their shipments cleared quickly and accurately. At GrandCHB INC., we foster a collaborative team environment where industry knowledge is valued and professional growth is encouraged.