Customs Entry Writer

Kuehne+Nagel; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Customs Entry Writer to join their Customs team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in logistics, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and facilitating the smooth entry of goods into the U.S. You will be responsible for reviewing shipping documents, verifying tariff classifications, and coordinating with customs authorities. The company provides a dynamic global work environment along with competitive compensation and benefits, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to advance in the logistics field.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Training Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in customs entry writing or related role.
• Familiarity with customs regulations and tariff codes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with customs laws and regulations.
• Coordinate clearance of goods through customs.

Skills

Customs Regulations

Tariff Classifications

Import Procedures

Communication Skills

Customs Software (Cargowise)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Join us as a Customs Entry Writer at Kuehne+Nagel

Our Charlotte site is seeking a dedicated Customs Entry Writer to join our Customs team. Reporting to the Customs Brokerage Manager, you will coordinate documentation required by US Customs and Border Protection for the entry of goods into the US on behalf of our importers.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all relevant customs laws, import regulations, and trade agreements
• Review commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other shipping documents for accuracy and completeness
• Verify tariff classifications, customs values, and duty calculations to ensure correct tariff rates are applied
• Coordinate the clearance of goods through customs and Partner Government Agencies
• Resolve issues related to customs delays, fines, regulatory noncompliance, or discrepancies in documentation
• Work closely with customs authorities to ensure timely release of goods
• Update clients on shipment status and provide solutions for issues encountered
• Maintain accurate records of transactions, correspondence, and customs clearance activities

Your Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years proven experience as a Customs Brokerage Entry Writer or similar customs-related role, with recent experience in entry writing
• Familiarity with customs regulations and tariff codes
• Basic knowledge of import procedures, customs clearance, and trade regulations
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients and regulatory authorities
• Experience with customs software and databases, including Cargowise preferred

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to build your career in logistics, an industry offering stability and international growth. We provide competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive training programs, and a dynamic global work environment.

Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and complies with all applicable laws. We prohibit discrimination based on race, age, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, citizenship, or other protected categories. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees where appropriate.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Storage