Licensed Customs Broker

POINT GLOBAL LOGISTICS LLC; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Point Global Logistics is seeking a Licensed Customs Broker to manage import entry filings across air, ocean, and land shipments. The role requires an active U.S.

Customs Broker license and hands-on experience with entry writing and classification across all transport modes. Primary responsibilities include accurate filing, HTS classification, and ensuring CBP compliance while supporting entry writers and junior staff.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Customs Broker license is required.
• 5+ years of experience in customs brokerage or import compliance across multiple modes.
• Strong knowledge of HTSUS, entry procedures, and CBP regulations (19 CFR).
• Proficiency with customs entry software and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in international business, logistics, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• File import customs entries accurately and on time for air, ocean, and land shipments.
• Classify goods under the HTS and determine duty rates.
• Review documentation for accuracy and compliance (invoices, B/Ls, airway bills, origin certificates).
• Communicate with CBP, carriers, clients, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on compliance impacts.
• Support entry writers and junior staff on complex classification or valuation issues.
• Assist in optimizing entry-filings to improve turnaround and reduce errors.
• Maintain broker recordkeeping and support triennial reporting.
• Manage entry writers and measure daily performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

HTSUS knowledge

Import compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in international business, logistics, or related field

Tools

Customs entry software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Point Global Logistics is seeking a Licensed Customs Broker to manage import entry filings across air, ocean, and land shipments, ensure compliance with CBP regulations, and support our customs brokerage operations. This role requires an active U.S. Customs Broker license and hands‑on experience with entry writing and classification across all modes of transport.

Key Responsibilities

• File import customs entries accurately and on time for air, ocean, and land shipments across a range of clients
• Classify goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and determine applicable duty rates
• Review documentation (commercial invoices, bills of lading, airway bills, certificates of origin) for accuracy and compliance
• Communicate with CBP, carriers, clients, and internal teams to resolve entry issues or holds, regardless of mode
• Monitor regulatory changes across air, ocean, and land trade and advise internal teams on compliance impacts
• Support entry writers and junior staff on complex classification or valuation questions
• Optimize entry‑filing processes across all transport modes to improve turnaround and reduce errors
• Maintain required broker recordkeeping and support triennial reporting
• General management of the entry writers
• Measuring daily performance of staff and address problems/issues
• Develop a "one team" attitude between brokerage and transportation
• Audit CHB files to ensure compliance, billing/entry accuracy and timelines
• Implement strategy to maximize revenue opportunities
• Implement and improve procedures to streamline workflow

Requirements

• Active U.S. Customs Broker license
• 5 years of experience in customs brokerage or import compliance across multiple transport modes
• Strong knowledge of HTSUS, entry procedures, and CBP regulations (19 CFR)
• Proficiency with customs entry software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in international business, logistics, or related field (preferred, not required)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to customer sites
• May require occasional presence in warehouse or dock areas, including exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and proximity to moving equipment and machinery. Must be able to wear required PPE (safety vest, closed‑toe shoes) when in these areas.