Customs Entry Writer

Kuehne+Nagel; Laredo (TX); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical/dental benefits

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent training programs

Zusammenfassung

A global logistics company in Laredo is seeking a Customs Entry Writer to optimize logistics for import and export operations. You will be responsible for processing customs entries, communicating with clients about shipment statuses, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in customs clearance and great customer service skills. The company offers excellent benefits, training programs, and growth opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years' experience in Customs Clearance and Customer service.
• Working knowledge of Cargo Wise.
• Basic knowledge of U.S. regulatory laws and customs regulations.
• Basic knowledge of INCO terms, HTS, customs regulations and other government agency requirements.

Aufgaben

• Audit all Customs entries and process by pre-keying and filing.
• Accurately process entries with US Customs and Border Protection.
• Classify merchandise using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).
• Prepare invoices and certificates of origin for customs clearance.
• Prepare invoices, packing slips, and certificates of origin for customs clearance.
• Monitor entry status and follow up with CBP on discrepancies or delays.
• Proactively communicate with clients regarding shipment status, required documentation, and potential issues.
• Address client inquiries promptly and clearly explain customs regulations and procedures.
• Build strong client relationships by delivering high-quality service and exceeding expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate import logistics and stay updated on evolving regulations and best practices.
• Identify and escalate potential compliance risks and conduct thorough document audits for accuracy and adherence to laws.
• Participate in internal compliance training and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Generate reports on KPIs related to customs clearance efficiency and compliance; manage entry processing times to meet client deadlines.

Kenntnisse

Customs Clearance

Customer service

Cargo Wise

Geography knowledge

Customs regulations

Tools

Cargo Wise

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

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As a Customs Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to optimise logistics to keep our global supply chains running smoothly. Your expertise helps make both special and ordinary moments possible for people around the world, such as ensuring a global product launch happens on time with ethically sourced products stocked at local stores. This is import and export work, but it is so much more than we imagine.

Responsibilities

• Audit all Customs entries and process entries by pre-keying, filing, and analyzing documents.
• Accurately process entries with US Customs and Border Protection and related duties.
• Classify merchandise using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) to determine duty rates.
• Review and input shipment data into customs brokerage systems (e.g., Cargowise) to generate complete, compliant entries.
• Prepare invoices, packing slips, and certificates of origin for customs clearance.
• Monitor entry status and follow up with CBP on discrepancies or delays.
• Proactively communicate with clients regarding shipment status, required documentation, and potential issues.
• Address client inquiries promptly and clearly explain customs regulations and procedures.
• Build strong client relationships by delivering high-quality service and exceeding expectations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate import logistics and stay updated on evolving regulations and best practices.
• Identify and escalate potential compliance risks and conduct thorough document audits for accuracy and adherence to laws.
• Participate in internal compliance training and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Generate reports on KPIs related to customs clearance efficiency and compliance; manage entry processing times to meet client deadlines.

What we would like you to bring

• 2+ years' experience in Customs Clearance and Customer service
• Working knowledge of Cargo Wise
• Knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities and ocean ports; basic knowledge of U.S. regulatory laws
• Basic knowledge of INCO terms, HTS, customs regulations and other government agency requirements

What’s in it for you

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, interesting global work environment.

Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and retaliation. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, disability, marital or familial status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided for disabled applicants and employees where allowed by law.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life — from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics and enables moments in people’s lives worldwide. We offer a safe, stable environment with opportunities to contribute to meaningful outcomes across the globe.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage