Customs Specialist

Atrium Staffing LLC; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium Staffing LLC is seeking a Customs Specialist to support U.S. import operations and ensure compliance with customs regulations. You will work with customs brokers to file import entries, review documentation, and assist with duty management and trade compliance.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in import operations, strong regulatory knowledge, and advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP). This is an on-site role in New Jersey with Atrium Care Package benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in import operations or related field.
• Working knowledge of U.S. import regs, docs, procedures, retention standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage compliance-driven processes.
• Ability to reconcile shipment records, invoices, and customs docs.
• FTZ activities experience and related processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with customs brokers to file U.S. import entries and required docs.
• Support duty management and trade compliance by reviewing import entries for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze and validate shipping/import data for accuracy and consistency across records.
• Maintain compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and contribute to trade compliance programs.
• Prepare and organize documentation for customs broker PSC filings and other import activities.

Skills

Import ops

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Reconcile records

FTZ experience

Consumer goods regs

Excel: Pivot/VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

Tariffs (Section 232)

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor in SCM/IB/Logistics

Tools

Excel

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a well-established provider of global transportation and supply chain services, with expertise in ocean freight and international logistics. They are looking to hire a Customs Specialist to support their import compliance and customs operations.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$35/hr

Position Overview:

The Customs Specialist supports U.S. import operations by ensuring compliance with customs regulations and assisting with daily import activities.

Responsibilities of the Customs Specialist:

• Partner with customs brokers to ensure timely and accurate filing of U.S. import entries and all required import documentation.


• Support duty management and trade compliance efforts by reviewing and auditing import entries for accuracy and regulatory compliance.


• Analyze and validate shipping and import data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across records.


• Maintain compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and contribute to ongoing trade compliance programs and initiatives.


• Prepare, organize, and maintain documentation for customs broker PSC filings and other import compliance activities.

Required Experience/Skills for the Customs Specialist:

• 2+ years of experience in import operations, customs brokerage, international logistics, trade compliance, or a related field.


• Working knowledge of U.S. import regulations, documentation requirements, customs procedures, and record retention standards.


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage compliance-driven processes and identify inconsistencies or discrepancies.


• Demonstrated ability to accurately reconcile shipment records, invoices, and customs entry documentation.


• Experience supporting Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) activities and related operational processes.


• Familiarity with consumer goods imports and associated regulatory requirements.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP functions, and data analysis techniques.


• Knowledge of Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs and their impact on import operations.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.


• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).