Global Customs Specialist — Impactful Logistics & 401k

Kuehne Nagel; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a Customs Specialist in the United States to optimize shipments through U.S. Customs and PSG processes. You will classify goods, ensure data accuracy, and coordinate import documentation for successful entry processing.

Ideally you have 1+ years in customs clearance, knowledge of Cargo Wise, and familiarity with INCO terms and HTS. This role requires the ability to navigate domestic and international geography and regulatory requirements across a busy logistics

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED certificate is prefered.
• 1+ years' experience in Customs Clearance for Road and Railways transportation.
• Working knowledge of Cargo Wise.
• Knowledge of domestic and international geography including countries, major cities along with basic knowledge of U.S. Regulatory Laws.
• Basic knowledge of INCO terms, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Customs regulations and other government agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process shipments within department guidelines according to NBSC Customer list/ Controlling branch instructions
• Timely and accurate input of all data/information necessary to process and facilitate shipments through U.S. Customs and PSG’s
• Classify goods according to the customers SOP’s and/or instructions
• Check CargoWise “buckets” daily to ensure all steps in entry/brokerage processes are being followed
• Document review and assessment for accuracy, verification of critical data elements for entry processing
• Scanning and archiving of entry document images and communicate if any documentation discrepancies to supervisor and/or controlling branch
• Request or compile any necessary import documentation from client
• Accurate completion of all PSG data interfaces (i.e. FDA, EPA, DOT, FCC, Fish & Wildlife etc...) and communicate entry # and entry status to carrier

Skills

Customs clearance experience

Geography knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

INCO terms knowledge

Harmonized Tariff Schedule knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cargo Wise

Job description

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a Customs Specialist in the United States to optimize shipments through U.S. Customs and PSG processes. You will classify goods, ensure data accuracy, and coordinate import documentation for successful entry processing.

Ideally you have 1+ years in customs clearance, knowledge of Cargo Wise, and familiarity with INCO terms and HTS. This role requires the ability to navigate domestic and international geography and regulatory requirements across a busy logistics