Entry Writer / Customs Entry Specialist

MOHR Talent; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation and personal days

Annual bonus opportunities

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Job summary

MOHR Talent is seeking an Entry Writer / Customs Entry Specialist for its Fair Lawn, NJ location. This full-time, in-person role focuses on preparing customs entries, reviewing import documentation, and coordinating with carriers and customers to ensure smooth shipments.

The ideal candidate has experience in customs clearance or logistics, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Bilingual abilities are a plus and the team offers competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of freight forwarding, customs clearance, import or logistics experience.
• Familiar with customs documentation and import procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process customs entries and import documentation.
• Clear imported goods through U.S. Customs and facilitate final delivery.
• Review invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and supporting documents for accuracy.
• Classify goods using tariff codes.
• Calculate duties, tariffs, taxes, and other fees.
• Track shipments and provide customers with status updates.
• Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, warehouses, truckers, customers, and internal teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Job description

Entry Writer / Customs Entry Specialist
Location: Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Pay: Competitive based on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Work Setting: In person

Build Your Career in International Logistics

A well-established global logistics and customs brokerage organization is seeking a detail-oriented Entry Writer / Customs Entry Specialist to join its Fair Lawn team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with customs clearance, freight forwarding, or import logistics experience who enjoys coordinating shipments, solving problems, and helping customers move freight efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and process customs entries and import documentation.
• Clear imported goods through U.S. Customs and facilitate final delivery.
• Review commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and supporting documents for accuracy.
• Classify goods using the appropriate tariff codes.
• Calculate duties, tariffs, taxes, and other applicable fees.
• Track shipments and provide customers with timely status updates.
• Confirm customs clearance, freight release, and shipment availability.
• Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, CFS warehouses, truckers, customers, and internal departments.
• Ensure documentation complies with customs regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and resolve documentation or clearance issues.
• Develop strong working relationships with customers and logistics partners.

What We’re Looking For

• At least one year of freight forwarding, customs clearance, import, or logistics experience preferred.
• Candidates with relevant coursework in international business, supply chain, transportation, or logistics are also encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with customs documentation and import procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• Bilingual ability in Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, or Japanese is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Annual bonus opportunities
• Performance-based bonus opportunities

MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail]