Lead Licensed Customs Brokerage Operations Manager

MOHR Talent; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MOHR Talent in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a hands-on Licensed Customs Broker Operations Manager to guide a skilled entry team, ensure timely, accurate, and compliant entry processing, and shape best practices as the business grows.

This in-person leadership role requires a U.S. Customs Broker License and 5+ years of experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to mentor staff while coordinating workflow.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Customs Broker License required.
• 5+ years experience in customs brokerage operations.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, import processes, and trade compliance.
• Experience supervising or mentoring entry writers preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily customs brokerage activity to keep entry processing timely, accurate, and compliant
• Guide Entry Writers and support staff on U.S. Customs regulations, documentation, and procedures
• Review entry documentation for accuracy and compliance before submission
• Monitor and resolve Customs rejections, RFIs, and compliance matters
• Jump in and prepare and file entries when workload calls for it
• Develop and maintain SOPs for import operations
• Coordinate workflow, assign tasks, and keep team productivity balanced
• Share updates on regulatory changes involving Customs and Partner Government Agencies
• Coach and develop team members alongside management

Skills

Customs broker license

Experience 5+ years

US regulations knowledge

Supervising entry writers

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Bachelor's degree preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

MOHR Talent in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a hands-on Licensed Customs Broker Operations Manager to guide a skilled entry team, ensure timely, accurate, and compliant entry processing, and shape best practices as the business grows.

This in-person leadership role requires a U.S. Customs Broker License and 5+ years of experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to mentor staff while coordinating workflow.