Entry Writer

PSA BDP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PSA BDP in Houston seeks a Customs Compliance Coordinator to prepare and compile documents required by federal government for discharge of foreign cargo at domestic ports, acting as an intermediary among importers, merchant shipping companies, airlines, railroads, trucking operators, pipelines, and U.S. Customs.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, adherence to SOPs, effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment; a college degree and at least 3 years

Qualifications

• ;Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
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• A college degree is required.
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• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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• Good communication and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Act as focal point of contact for existing and new customers.
• Arrange daily customs clearance and monitor brokers' procedures.
• Implement SOP to meet customer requirements.
• Work with Documentation for system data entry and checking.
• Invoice preparation, cost checking and closing.
• Support manager to improve communication with customers.
• Complete other related tasks assigned by the team leader.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

About PSA BDP

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port‑centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

Job Summary

Prepares and compiles documents required by federal government for discharge of foreign cargo at domestic port to serve as intermediary between importers, merchant shipping companies, airlines, railroads, trucking companies, pipeline operators, and the United States Customs Service by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Act as focal point of contact for existing and new customers
• Daily arrangement of customs clearance, and monitor the customs brokers daily procedure & reports
• Implement SOP perfectly to meet customer specific requirements
• Work with Coordinator/Documentation in terms of system data entry and checking
• Invoice preparation, cost checking and presentation, job checking and closing
• Support manager to meet with customer for better communication, efficient cooperation, or removing misunderstandings
• Complete other related jobs assigned by the team leader

Job Requirements

• Minimum (3) years of relevant experience.
• A college degree is required.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good communication and organizational skills and a strong attention to detail are required.
• Teamwork ability is strongly desired.
• Familiarity with customs clearance procedures both in import and export.
• Knowledge of import and export procedures.
• Knowledge of customs policy.
• Good Microsoft Office skills in Excel and Word.
• Ability to learn various computer programs.

Physical Capabilities

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position is considered to be sedentary, and no unusual physical requirements are necessary to perform daily tasks. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach with hands and arms, have vision abilities, hear, speak and read. The employee is regularly required to use but is not limited to computer, fax machine and phone. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Compensation

Compensation based on experience.