Import Manager – Customs Brokerage Operations

MOHR Talent; Little Ferry (NJ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

MOHR Talent is seeking an experienced Import Manager to oversee daily Customs Brokerage operations and support entry processing, regulatory compliance, and team coordination in Little Ferry, NJ. The role targets a Licensed U.S.

Customs Broker with leadership experience who thrives balancing oversight with hands-on entry work. The Import Manager will act as a technical resource for the brokerage team, ensuring entries are processed accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with U.S.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Customs Broker License (LCB) required.
• 5+ years of Customs Brokerage Operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, import procedures, and trade compliance.
• Experience reviewing customs entries for accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day customs brokerage operations to ensure timely, accurate processing of import entries.
• Review entry documentation for completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance prior to submission.
• Monitor customs entry activity and ensure shipments are processed efficiently.
• Provide guidance and technical support to Entry Writers and brokerage staff.

Skills

Licensing & compliance

Leadership & mentoring

Communication

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Job description

• Title: Import Manager – Customs Brokerage Operations
• Location:Little Ferry, NJ
• Compensation: $110,000

Position Details

• Title: Import Manager – Customs Brokerage Operations
• Location:Little Ferry, NJ
• Compensation: $110,000

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Import Manager to oversee daily Customs Brokerage operations while supporting entry processing, regulatory compliance, and team coordination.

This role is ideal for a Licensed U.S. Customs Broker who has a strong background in customs brokerage operations and enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with hands‑on entry work. The Import Manager will serve as a technical resource for the brokerage team, ensuring customs entries are processed accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day customs brokerage operations to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of import entries.
• Participate in preparing and filing customs entries as business needs require.
• Review entry documentation for completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance prior to submission.
• Monitor customs entry activity and ensure shipments are processed efficiently.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations, import requirements, and applicable Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulations.
• Monitor and resolve U.S. Customs rejections, Requests for Information (RFIs), and other compliance issues.
• Communicate regulatory updates and changes affecting import operations.
• Maintain high standards of trade compliance and operational accuracy.

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide guidance and technical support to Entry Writers and brokerage staff.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and developing team members.
• Coordinate workflow and assign work to maintain balanced productivity across the team.
• Support management in maintaining best practices and operational consistency.

Process Improvement

• Assist in developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, efficiency, and service quality.
• Partner with leadership on operational improvement initiatives and process enhancements.Promote continuous improvement across customs brokerage operations.

  Customer Service & Communication

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service.
  • Support clients by helping resolve customs-related issues promptly and professionally.
  • Maintain effective communication with internal departments regarding shipment status, compliance matters, and operational priorities.

  Qualifications Required

  • Active U.S. Customs Broker License (LCB) required.
  • 5+ years of Customs Brokerage Operations experience.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, import procedures, and trade compliance.
  • Experience reviewing customs entries for accuracy and compliance.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

  Preferred

  • Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or leading Entry Writers.
  • Experience developing or improving operational workflows and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

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