Customs Specialist - 410341

Atrium; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium is seeking a Customs Specialist to support U.S. import operations, ensuring adherence to customs regulations and assisting with daily import tasks. You will partner with brokers to file entries accurately and maintain records in line with regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes data analysis, compliance oversight, and documentation preparation for PSC filings and related activities in a global logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in import operations or related field.
• Experience with U.S. import regulations and documentation requirements.
• Ability to reconcile shipment records and customs entries accurately.

Responsibilities

• Partner with customs brokers for timely filing of U.S. import entries and documentation.
• Review and audit import entries for regulatory compliance.
• Analyze shipping/import data for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain compliance with U.S. Customs regulations and trade programs.
• Prepare documentation for broker filings and import activities.

Skills

Import operations

Customs brokerage

International logistics

Trade compliance

Data reconciliation

Attention to detail

FTZ knowledge

Consumer goods imports

Excel mastery

Tariffs knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's in Supply Chain/International Business/Logistics

Tools

Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)

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).