Customs Entry Writer

ICAT CUSTOMS BROKERAGE INC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ICAT CUSTOMS BROKERAGE INC in Houston, TX is seeking a skilled Customs Brokerage Specialist to execute import brokerage requests, classify goods, and coordinate bond payments. You will ensure regulatory compliance and support continuous improvement through ICAT Operating Procedures.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years CHB entry-writing experience, knowledge of international logistics, and proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in CHB entry-writing experience.
• Experience in multimodal international logistics (Air/Ocean freight).
• Knowledge of: FMC, IMCO, ITAR, TSA, C-TPAT, HAZMAT, DG Certified, US Customs Border Protection (CBP).
• Functional knowledge of international regulations and compliance procedures in air/ocean freight.
• Understanding of the Harmonized Tariff System.
• Understanding of broker compliance and customs power of attorney.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as QAD, SBWED, etc.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely execution of import customs brokerage requests.
• Classify goods for customs entries or inquiries within broker authority.
• Arrange payment of duties and taxes.
• Arrange single entry and continuous bonds.
• Prepare documents for post-entry corrections or refunds.
• Prepare ISF filings.
• Ensure compliance with governing regulatory requirements.
• Review, maintain and manage customs powers of attorney.
• Monitor and renew corporate certifications, permits and registrations with Corporate Operations staff.
• Develop, document, and maintain ICAT Operating Procedures (IOPs) and ICAT Operating Manual (IOMs).
• Support ICAT CX initiative by delivering high customer satisfaction and operational proficiency.

Skills

CHB entry-writing experience

multimodal international logistics

Harmonized Tariff System

FMC, IMCO, ITAR, TSA, C-TPAT, HAZMAT

broker compliance

customs power of attorney

supply chain management principles

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred in supply chain management or business administration

Highschool diploma or equivalent with experience

Tools

QAD

SBWED

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

To execute daily activities and customer service functions of the ICAT Customs Brokerage and Corporate Operations Departments

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure timely execution of import customs brokerage requests
• Classify goods in support of Customs entries or customer inquiries, within the limits of broker authority.
• Arrange for payment of duties and taxes
• Arrange single entry and continuous bonds
• Prepare documents for post-entry corrections, cancellation requests or other refunds
• Prepare ISF Filings
• Always ensure compliance to governing regulatory requirements
• Review, Maintain and manage customs powers of attorney
• Work with Corporate Operations staff to monitor and renew corporate certifications, permits and registrations
• Assist to develop, document, and maintain best practices through the creation of IOPs (ICAT Operating Procedures) and correlating IOMs (ICAT Operating Manual)
• Support the ICAT CX initiative by providing a high level of customer satisfaction and operational proficiency to meet growth and profitability goals as well as providing customers with WOW experiences.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications & Skill Requirements

• Highschool diploma plus experience or Bachelor’s degree preferred, in supply chain management or business administration, or related field
• 3+ years in CHB entry-writing experience
• Experience in multimodal international logistics (Air/Ocean freight)
• Knowledge of: FMC, IMCO, ITAR, TSA, C-TPAT, HAZMAT, DG Certified, US Customs Border Protection (CBP)
• Functional knowledge of international regulations and compliance procedures in air/ocean freight
• Understanding of the Harmonized Tariff System
• Understanding of broker compliance
• Understanding of customs power of attorney
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills in a logistics environment
• Experience with supply chain management software (ERP systems such as QAD, SBWED, etc.).
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office products

Key Competencies

• Ability to plan and effectively set priorities for implementation
• Proven analytic and problem-solving skills in a time-sensitive, logistics environment
• Excels at meeting deadlines and demonstrates superior time management skills
• Natural ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work setting with a strong attention to detail
• Superior communication skills and an ability to motivate people with an emphasis on listening skills
• Ability to relate to and successfully interact across a variety of settings and work well with a broad and diverse workforce throughout the organization
• Demonstrates ability to work in a client-centric setting
• Ability to be flexible as priorities shift
• Consistent in follow-up and follow-through
• Highly motivated team player with an outgoing and positive work attitude
• Credible with a high level of personal integrity
• Adaptive to ICAT’s core values

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Most work is performed indoors in an office setting
• Flexible approach to work, due to clients’ needs and project support requirements
• Regularly use hands to type, handle, or feel
• Required to use close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and can focus
• Must have clear, easy to understand oral communication ability
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods. May occasionally need to stoop, climb, or squat

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No

Location:

Houston, TX

Salary:

$55,165 - $64,900