Senior Customs Entry Specialist - FTZ & CBP Expert

Odyssey Logistics; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with FSA/HSA options

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life and Disability Insur

401(k) Plan with Company Match

PTO and Company Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Company Health & Wellness Program

Discounts with Preferred Vendors

Job summary

Odyssey Logistics is seeking an experienced Custom House Brokerage Import Entry Writer in a hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC. You will manage accurate entry preparation, filing, and clearance with emphasis on FTZ admissions and compliance.

The role requires deep knowledge of CBP regulations, tariff classification, and PGA requirements, with collaboration across carriers, warehouses, and internal teams to optimize duties and ensure timely cargo movement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years as Import Entry Writer in a licensed CHB.
• Experience in logistics or transportation industry required.
• International import/export experience required.
• FTZ experience preferred, including admissions, withdrawals, weekly entries.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, HTSUS, valuation, tariffs, and trade compliance.
• Familiarity with PGA requirements and FTZ procedures.
• Must manage multiple entries and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, validate, and transmit import entries (CBP forms) in compliance with CBP.
• Ensure timely clearance while meeting client and operational deadlines.
• Review invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and related docs.
• Determine correct HTS classification, duty rates, valuation, and origin.
• Coordinate with carriers, terminals, warehouse operators, and internal teams.

Skills

Import Entry Writer

FTZ Operations

CBP regulations

HTS classification

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Odyssey Logistics is seeking an experienced Custom House Brokerage Import Entry Writer in a hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC. You will manage accurate entry preparation, filing, and clearance with emphasis on FTZ admissions and compliance.

The role requires deep knowledge of CBP regulations, tariff classification, and PGA requirements, with collaboration across carriers, warehouses, and internal teams to optimize duties and ensure timely cargo movement.