Import Specialist

Freight Appointments; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Freight Appointments, a well established freight forwarder in Atlanta, is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join the team. You will prepare and submit import entries and review documents to ensure compliance.

The role requires experience in customs entry or freight forwarding, knowledge of import procedures, and familiarity with CargoWise. Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organization are essential for timely clearance and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customs entry or freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of import customs procedures and documentation.
• Experience with customs entry systems (e.g., CargoWise).
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate import customs entries.
• Review shipping documents for compliance with customs regulations.
• Coordinate with Customs, carriers, and customers to ensure timely shipment clearance.
• Classify goods and ensure correct duties and taxes are applied.
• Resolve customs and documentation issues while maintaining excellent customer service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

We're looking for a detail-oriented Customs Entry Writer to join a well established freight forwarder in Atlanta.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit accurate import customs entries.
• Review shipping documents for compliance with customs regulations.
• Coordinate with Customs, carriers, and customers to ensure timely shipment clearance.
• Classify goods and ensure correct duties and taxes are applied.
• Resolve customs and documentation issues while maintaining excellent customer service.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in customs entry or freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of import customs procedures and documentation.
• Experience with customs entry systems (e.g., CargoWise).
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.