Import Specialist / Customs Entry Writer

Socket.dev; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with match

Health plan

Skills development

Leadership development

Career opportunities

Job summary

Legacy Supply Chain is seeking an Import Specialist / Customs Entry Writer in Ohio to classify and submit documentation for imports, ensuring CBP compliance. The role includes a competitive salary, bonus plan, and a 401(k) with company match, along with a robust benefits package.

Responsibilities include daily entry filings, preparing 7501/3461 documentation, verifying origin, and coordinating with carriers to ensure on-time delivery. Strong knowledge of U.S.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in international logistics or customs brokerage.
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, Incoterms, and HTS classification.
• Strong understanding of U.S., Asia, and EU customs regulations.
• Experience in multinational customs & VAT environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other pertinent software.

Responsibilities

• Daily entry filing and familiarity with OGAs (FDA, FCC, USDA, etc.).
• Prepare entry documentation including 7501, 3461, etc.
• Prepare customs brokerage file.
• Verify arrival information with Airlines/NVOCCs/Steamship Lines.
• Rate commercial invoices with tariff numbers.
• Verify country of origin.
• Prepare entry documents for Customs approval and duty payment.
• Prepare delivery order and notify trucker.
• Advise importers on tariff classifications, regulations and procedures.
• Ensure timely filings and freight delivery per company/customer expectations.
• Maintain customer service functions and handle inquiries.

Skills

International logistics

Customs brokerage

Incoterms

HTS classification

MS Excel

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Job Overview

Legacy Supply Chain is hiring an Import Specialist / Customs Entry Writer who will classify, submits documentation for importing goods, ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations. This position includes a competitive salary and bonus plan with a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.

Schedule and Compensation

• Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Job Details

What to Expect as in Import Specialist / Customs Entry Writer:

• Responsible for daily entry filing, familiar with OGAs (FDA, FCC, USDA, etc.) requirements.
• Prepare entry documentation including 7501, 3461, etc.
• Prepare customs brokerage file
• Verify arrival information with Airlines/NVOCC's/ Steamship Lines, etc.
• Rate commercial invoice with tariff numbers
• Verify country of origin
• Prepare entry documents for Customs approval and Duty payment
• Prepare delivery order, send to trucker, verify receipt
• Advise importers of any areas of tariff classification, regulations and procedures.
• Ensure that all entries are filed on time and freight delivered in a timely manner in accordance with company and customer expectations.
• Background in Cargowise preferred
• Background in FTZ weekly blanket and withdrawal preferred.
• Maintain Customer Service functions and follow guidelines and procedures for handling customer issues.
• Process incoming and outgoing customer calls to provide customer satisfaction
• Provide initial Customer Service functions on new inquiries.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 2+ years in international logistics or customs brokerage.
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, Incoterms, and HTS classification.
• Strong understanding of U.S., Asia, and EU customs regulations.
• Experience in multinational customs & VAT environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other pertinent software.

Why Legacy Supply Chain?

• Competitive Pay: Highly competitive wages
• Retirement Support: Company-funded 401(k) with top match percentage in the industry
• Robust Health Plan: Affordable, comprehensive protection for you and your family - medical, dental, vision, and more
• Job Skills Development: On-the-job supply chain skills development, in person and online training
• Leadership Development: Programs to prepare future supply chain leaders including new manager training and Leadership Excellence Summit
• Career Opportunities: Build a career path at a growing company that focuses on development, succession planning, and HIPO identification

About Legacy Supply Chain

For over 40 years, Legacy Supply Chain has grown and evolved as a pioneering, mid-sized 3PL provider that businesses depend on to create control over their dynamic omni-channel supply chains. We believe in the power of a more connected world and staying connected to our employees, our customers and their consumers is more important than ever.

We take an intentional approach to creating alignment between our people, our culture, and our values. Our proven development methodology ensures that our 6 core values guide our business strategy and our daily behaviors.

Our purpose is to develop servant leaders who help people, commerce and communities work better together. Because when people lead by example and serve one another, everyone profits - and that certainly feels like a Legacy worth leaving.

Legacy Supply Chain is an equal opportunity employer. Legacy Supply Chain does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.